The gospel-mystery of sanctification opened in sundry practical directions suited especially to the case of those who labour under the guilt and power of indwelling sin : to which is added a sermon of justification / by Mr. Walter Marshal ...
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DIRECTION I. That we may acceptably perform the Duties of Holiness and Righteonsness required in the Law, our first Work is to learn the powerful and effectual Means whereby we may attain to so Great an End. EXPLICATION.
DIRECTION I That we may acceptably perform the Duties of Holiness and Righteousness required in the Law, our First Work is to Learn the powerful and effectual Means whereby we may attain to so Great an End. EXPLICATION.
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the Scope of all is, To teach you how you may attain to that Practice and Manner of Life, which we call Holiness, Righteousness, or Godliness, Obedience, True Religion;
the Scope of all is, To teach you how you may attain to that Practice and Manner of Life, which we call Holiness, Righteousness, or Godliness, obedience, True Religion;
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and more briefly in those Two great Commandments, of Love to God and our Neighbour, Mat. 22.37, 39. and more largely explained throughout the Holy Scriptures.
and more briefly in those Two great commandments, of Love to God and our Neighbour, Mathew 22.37, 39. and more largely explained throughout the Holy Scriptures.
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yet, that you may not miss the Mark for want of discerning of it, take notice, in few words, that the Holiness which I would bring you to, is spiritual, Rom. 7.14.
yet, that you may not miss the Mark for want of discerning of it, take notice, in few words, that the Holiness which I would bring you to, is spiritual, Rom. 7.14.
if he be not loved with all our Heart, Spirit, and Might. We are to love every thing in him, his Justice, Holiness, Sovereign Authority, All-seeing Eye,
if he be not loved with all our Heart, Spirit, and Might. We Are to love every thing in him, his justice, Holiness, Sovereign authority, All-seeing Eye,
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and Content, whatever we would that Men should do to us in the like Condition, Mat. 7.12. This Spiritual Universal Obedience is the Great End, to the attainment whereof I am directing you.
and Content, whatever we would that Men should do to us in the like Condition, Mathew 7.12. This Spiritual Universal obedience is the Great End, to the attainment whereof I am directing you.
And that you may not reject mine Enterprize as impossible, observe that the most I promise, is no more than an acceptable performance of these Duties of the Law, such as our gracious merciful God will certainly delight in,
And that you may not reject mine Enterprise as impossible, observe that the most I promise, is no more than an acceptable performance of these Duties of the Law, such as our gracious merciful God will Certainly delight in,
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Before I proceed further, stay your thoughts a while, in the contemplation of the great Dignity and Excellency of these Duties of the Law, that you may aim at the performance of them as your End, with so high an esteem as may cast an amiable luster upon the ensuing discovery of the Means.
Before I proceed further, stay your thoughts a while, in the contemplation of the great Dignity and Excellency of these Duties of the Law, that you may aim At the performance of them as your End, with so high an esteem as may cast an amiable luster upon the ensuing discovery of the Means.
The principal Duties of Love to God above all, and to each other for his sake, from whence all the other Duties flow, are so excellent, that I cannot imagine any more Noble Work for the Holy Angels in their glorious Sphere:
The principal Duties of Love to God above all, and to each other for his sake, from whence all the other Duties flow, Are so excellent, that I cannot imagine any more Noble Work for the Holy Angels in their glorious Sphere:
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or to the means of Salvation prescribed by the Gospel; but they are in their own Nature holy, just, and good, Rom. 7.12. and meet for us to perform, because of our natural relation to our Creator and Fellow-Creatures;
or to the means of Salvation prescribed by the Gospel; but they Are in their own Nature holy, just, and good, Rom. 7.12. and meet for us to perform, Because of our natural Relation to our Creator and Fellow-Creatures;
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if no other Duties had ever been commanded, and by which the performance of all other Duties is sufficiently established as soon as they are commanded;
if not other Duties had ever been commanded, and by which the performance of all other Duties is sufficiently established as soon as they Are commanded;
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when their End, this never-failing Charity is perfectly attained, 1 Cor. 13. They are Duties which we were naturally obliged to, by that Reason and Understanding which God gave to Man at his first Creation, to discern what was just and meet for him to do,
when their End, this never-failing Charity is perfectly attained, 1 Cor. 13. They Are Duties which we were naturally obliged to, by that Reason and Understanding which God gave to Man At his First Creation, to discern what was just and meet for him to do,
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and also the Moral Law, because the Manners of all Men, Infidels as well as Christians, ought to be conformed to it (and if they had been fully conformable, they would not have come short of Eternal Happiness, Mat. 5.19. Luke 10, 27, 28.) under the penalty of the Wrath of God for the violation of it.
and also the Moral Law, Because the Manners of all Men, Infidels as well as Christians, ought to be conformed to it (and if they had been Fully conformable, they would not have come short of Eternal Happiness, Mathew 5.19. Lycia 10, 27, 28.) under the penalty of the Wrath of God for the violation of it.
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and if those that in these days contend so highly for Morality, do understand no other than this, I dare joyn with them in asserting, that the best morally honest Man is the greatest Saint,
and if those that in these days contend so highly for Morality, do understand no other than this, I Dare join with them in asserting, that the best morally honest Man is the greatest Saint,
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and our Neighbour, that there is none other Commandment greater than these, and that on them hang all the Law and the Prophets, Mar. 12.31. Mat. 22.40.
and our Neighbour, that there is none other Commandment greater than these, and that on them hang all the Law and the prophets, Mar. 12.31. Mathew 22.40.
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The Second thing contained in this Introductory Direction, is the necessity of learning the powerful and effectual Means, whereby this great and excellent End may be accomplished,
The Second thing contained in this Introductory Direction, is the necessity of learning the powerful and effectual Means, whereby this great and excellent End may be accomplished,
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This is an Advertisement very needful, because many are apt to skip over the Lesson concerning the Means (that will fill up this whole Treatise) as superfluous and useless.
This is an Advertisement very needful, Because many Are apt to skip over the lesson Concerning the Means (that will fill up this Whole Treatise) as superfluous and useless.
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and they rush blindly upon immediate Practice, making more hast than good speed. They are quick in promising, Exod. 19.8. All that the Lord hath spoken we will do, without sitting down, and counting the cost.
and they rush blindly upon immediate Practice, making more haste than good speed. They Are quick in promising, Exod 19.8. All that the Lord hath spoken we will do, without sitting down, and counting the cost.
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They look upon Holiness as only the Means of an End, Eternal Salvation, not as an End itself, requiring any great means to the attaining to the Practice of it.
They look upon Holiness as only the Means of an End, Eternal Salvation, not as an End itself, requiring any great means to the attaining to the Practice of it.
How shall I be enabled to do any thing that is good? Yea, many that are accounted powerful Preachers, spend all their Zeal in the earnest pressing the immediate Practice of the Law, without any discovery of the effectual means of performance;
How shall I be enabled to do any thing that is good? Yea, many that Are accounted powerful Preachers, spend all their Zeal in the earnest pressing the immediate Practice of the Law, without any discovery of the effectual means of performance;
That you may not stumble at the Threshold of a Religious Life by this common oversight, I shall endeavour to make you sensible, that it is not enough for you to know the matter and reason of your Duty,
That you may not Stumble At the Threshold of a Religious Life by this Common oversight, I shall endeavour to make you sensible, that it is not enough for you to know the matter and reason of your Duty,
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and are dead in Trespasses and Sins, and Children of Wrath, by the Sin of our first Father Adam, as the Scripture witnesseth, Rom. 5.12, 15, 18, 19. Eph. 2. v. 1, 2, 3. Rom. 8.7, 8. This Doctrine of Original Sin, which Protestants generally profess, is a firm Basis and Ground-work to the assertion now to be proved,
and Are dead in Trespasses and Sins, and Children of Wrath, by the since of our First Father Adam, as the Scripture Witnesseth, Rom. 5.12, 15, 18, 19. Ephesians 2. v. 1, 2, 3. Rom. 8.7, 8. This Doctrine of Original since, which Protestants generally profess, is a firm Basis and Groundwork to the assertion now to be proved,
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While Man continued upright in the Image of God, as he was at first created, Eccles. 7.29. Gen. 1.27. he could do the Will of God sincerely as soon as he knew it;
While Man continued upright in the Image of God, as he was At First created, Eccles. 7.29. Gen. 1.27. he could do the Will of God sincerely as soon as he knew it;
and shake myself, when he had sinned away his strength, Judges 16.20. Men shew themselves strangely forgetful, or hypocritical in professing Original Sin, in their Prayers, Catechisms,
and shake myself, when he had sinned away his strength, Judges 16.20. Men show themselves strangely forgetful, or hypocritical in professing Original since, in their Prayers, Catechisms,
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and Confessions of Faith, and not urging upon themselves and others, the Practice of the Law, without the consideration of any strengthning, enlivening Means,
and Confessions of Faith, and not urging upon themselves and Others, the Practice of the Law, without the consideration of any strengthening, enlivening Means,
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2ly, Those that doubt of, or deny the Doctrine of Original Sin, may all of them know concerning themselves, (if their Consciences be not blind) that the exact Justice of God is against them,
2ly, Those that doubt of, or deny the Doctrine of Original since, may all of them know Concerning themselves, (if their Consciences be not blind) that the exact justice of God is against them,
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Is it possible for a Man that knoweth this to be his Case, and hath not learned any means of getting out of it, to practise the Law immediately? To love God and every thing in him, his Justice, Holiness, Power,
Is it possible for a Man that Knoweth this to be his Case, and hath not learned any means of getting out of it, to practise the Law immediately? To love God and every thing in him, his justice, Holiness, Power,
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though God should inflict sudden Death upon him? Is there no skill or artifice at all required in this Case, to encourage the fainting Soul to the Practice of Universal Obedience?
though God should inflict sudden Death upon him? Is there no skill or artifice At all required in this Case, to encourage the fainting Soul to the Practice of Universal obedience?
3ly, Tho' Heathens might know much of the Work of the Law by the common Light of Natural Reason and Understanding, Rom. 2.14. yet the effectual Means of performance cannot be discovered by that Light, and therefore are wholly to be learned by the teaching of supernatural Revelalation.
3ly, Though heathens might know much of the Work of the Law by the Common Light of Natural Reason and Understanding, Rom. 2.14. yet the effectual Means of performance cannot be discovered by that Light, and Therefore Are wholly to be learned by the teaching of supernatural Revelalation.
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For what is our Natural Light, but some sparks and glimmerings of that which was in Adam before the Fall? And even then in its brightest Meridian, it was not sufficient to direct Adam how to recover ability to walk holily,
For what is our Natural Light, but Some sparks and glimmerings of that which was in Adam before the Fallen? And even then in its Brightest Meridian, it was not sufficient to Direct Adam how to recover ability to walk holily,
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God had set nothing but Death before his Eyes in case of Transgression, Gen. 2.17. and therefore he hid himself from God, when the shame of his Nakedness appeared, as expecting no favour from him.
God had Set nothing but Death before his Eyes in case of Transgression, Gen. 2.17. and Therefore he hid himself from God, when the shame of his Nakedness appeared, as expecting no favour from him.
We are like Sheep gone astray, and know not which way to return, until we hear the Shepherd's Voice, Can these dry Bones live to God in holiness? O Lord thou knowest,
We Are like Sheep gone astray, and know not which Way to return, until we hear the Shepherd's Voice, Can these dry Bones live to God in holiness? O Lord thou Knowest,
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as well as Justification, and by means of teaching and learning something that we cannot see without the Word, Acts 26.17, 18. There are several things pertaining to Life and Godliness, that are given through knowledge, 2 Pet. 1.3.
as well as Justification, and by means of teaching and learning something that we cannot see without the Word, Acts 26.17, 18. There Are several things pertaining to Life and Godliness, that Are given through knowledge, 2 Pet. 1.3.
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and put on, that we may stand against Sin and Satan in the evil day, Eph. 6.13. Shall we slight and overlook the way of Sanctification, when the learning the way of Justification hath been counted worth so many elaborate Treatises.
and put on, that we may stand against since and Satan in the evil day, Ephesians 6.13. Shall we slight and overlook the Way of Sanctification, when the learning the Way of Justification hath been counted worth so many elaborate Treatises.
5ly, God hath given in the Holy Scriptures by his inspiration, plentiful instruction in Righteousness, that we may be throughly furnished for every good work, 2 Tim. 3.16, 17. especially since the day spring from an high hath visited us, by the appearance of the Lord Jesus Christ, to guide our feet in the way of peace, Luke 1.78, 79. If God condescend to us very low, to teach us this way in the Scriptures,
5ly, God hath given in the Holy Scriptures by his inspiration, plentiful instruction in Righteousness, that we may be thoroughly furnished for every good work, 2 Tim. 3.16, 17. especially since the day spring from an high hath visited us, by the appearance of the Lord jesus christ, to guide our feet in the Way of peace, Lycia 1.78, 79. If God condescend to us very low, to teach us this Way in the Scriptures,
6ly, The way of attaining to Godliness is so far from being known without learning out of the Holy Scripture, that when it is here plainly revealed, we cannot learn it so easily as the Duties of the Law, which are known in part by the Light of Nature,
6ly, The Way of attaining to Godliness is so Far from being known without learning out of the Holy Scripture, that when it is Here plainly revealed, we cannot Learn it so Easily as the Duties of the Law, which Are known in part by the Light of Nature,
for they are foolishness to him, neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned, 1 Cor. 1.19.21. & 2.14. Without controversie, great is the mystery of godliness, 1 Tim. 3.16. The learning of it requireth double work;
for they Are foolishness to him, neither can he know them, Because they Are spiritually discerned, 1 Cor. 1.19.21. & 2.14. Without controversy, great is the mystery of godliness, 1 Tim. 3.16. The learning of it requires double work;
Teach me, O Lord, the way of thy statutes, and I shall keep it to the end, Psal. 119.5.33. Teach me to do thy will, Psal. 14.3, 10. The Lord direct your hearts unto the love of God, 2 Thess. 3.5.
Teach me, Oh Lord, the Way of thy statutes, and I shall keep it to the end, Psalm 119.5.33. Teach me to do thy will, Psalm 14.3, 10. The Lord Direct your hearts unto the love of God, 2 Thess 3.5.
7ly, The certain knowledge of these powerful and effectual Means, is of greatest importance and necessity for our establishment in the true Faith, and avoiding Errors contrary thereunto:
7ly, The certain knowledge of these powerful and effectual Means, is of greatest importance and necessity for our establishment in the true Faith, and avoiding Errors contrary thereunto:
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And from this Principle we may firmly conclude, that nothing repugnant to the practice of these holy Duties ought to be received as a Point of Faith delivered to us by the most holy God;
And from this Principle we may firmly conclude, that nothing repugnant to the practice of these holy Duties ought to be received as a Point of Faith Delivered to us by the most holy God;
And they cannot rationally approve any Doctrine as Religious, that is not according to Godliness, 1 Tim. 6.3. By this Touchstone Christ proveth his Doctrine to be of God, because therein he seeketh the Glory of God, John 7.17, 18. And he teacheth us to know false Prophets by their fruits, Mat. 7. v. 15, 16. wherein the fruits which their Doctrine tendeth unto, are especially to be considered.
And they cannot rationally approve any Doctrine as Religious, that is not according to Godliness, 1 Tim. 6.3. By this Touchstone christ Proves his Doctrine to be of God, Because therein he seeks the Glory of God, John 7.17, 18. And he Teaches us to know false prophets by their fruits, Mathew 7. v. 15, 16. wherein the fruits which their Doctrine tendeth unto, Are especially to be considered.
or of a contrary effect, your Error in this will be a false Touch-stone to try other Doctrines, whereby you will readily approve of Errors, and refuse the Truth;
or of a contrary Effect, your Error in this will be a false Touchstone to try other Doctrines, whereby you will readily approve of Errors, and refuse the Truth;
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get but a true Touch-stone, by learning this Lesson, and you will be able to try the various Doctrines of Protestants, Papists, Arminians, Socinians, Antinomians, Quakers, and to discover the Truth,
get but a true Touchstone, by learning this lesson, and you will be able to try the various Doctrines of Protestants, Papists, Arminians, socinians, Antinomians, Quakers, and to discover the Truth,
Hereby you may discover whether the Protestant Religion established amongst us have in it any Sinews of Antinomianism, whether it be guilty of any insufferable defect in Practical Principles,
Hereby you may discover whither the Protestant Religion established among us have in it any Sinews of Antinomianism, whither it be guilty of any insufferable defect in Practical Principles,
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and deserves to be altered and turned almost upside down, with new Doctrines and Methods, as some learned Men in late time have judged by their Touchstones.
and deserves to be altered and turned almost upside down, with new Doctrines and Methods, as Some learned Men in late time have judged by their Touchstones.
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For we cannot apply ourselves to the Practice of Holiness with hope of success, except we have some Faith concerning the Divine assistance, which we have no ground to expect,
For we cannot apply ourselves to the Practice of Holiness with hope of success, except we have Some Faith Concerning the Divine assistance, which we have no ground to expect,
and those only he blesseth to us; and he crowneth no Man that striveth, except he strive lawfully, 2 Tim. 2.5. Experience sheweth plentifully both of Heathens and Christians, how pernicious Ignorance, or mistaking of these effectual Means are to an holy practice.
and those only he Blesses to us; and he Crowneth no Man that striveth, except he strive lawfully, 2 Tim. 2.5. Experience shows plentifully both of heathens and Christians, how pernicious Ignorance, or mistaking of these effectual Means Are to an holy practice.
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and turn to wallow again in the Mire, which hath occasioned several Treatises, to shew how far a Reprobate may go in the way of Religion, whereby many weak Saints are discouraged, accounting that these Reprobates have gone further than themselves;
and turn to wallow again in the Mire, which hath occasioned several Treatises, to show how Far a Reprobate may go in the Way of Religion, whereby many weak Saints Are discouraged, accounting that these Reprobates have gone further than themselves;
THose Means that are next to the attainment of the Great End aimed at, are first to be discovered, that we may learn how to get them by other means expressed in the following Directions:
THose Means that Are next to the attainment of the Great End aimed At, Are First to be discovered, that we may Learn how to get them by other means expressed in the following Directions:
Therefore I have named here several Qualifications and Endowments that are necessary to make up that Holy Frame and State of the Soul, whereby it is furnished and enabled to practice the Law immediately,
Therefore I have nam Here several Qualifications and Endowments that Are necessary to make up that Holy Frame and State of the Soul, whereby it is furnished and enabled to practice the Law immediately,
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and that not only in the beginning, but in the continuation of that Practice: and therefore note diligently, that these Endowments must continue in us during the present Life,
and that not only in the beginning, but in the continuation of that Practice: and Therefore note diligently, that these Endowments must continue in us during the present Life,
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And seeing Obedience is grown more difficult, by reason of the opposition and temptations that it meeteth with since the Fall of Adam, we that are to be Imitators of Christ, had need have very choice Endowments, as Christ had:
And seeing obedience is grown more difficult, by reason of the opposition and temptations that it meeteth with since the Fallen of Adam, we that Are to be Imitators of christ, had need have very choice Endowments, as christ had:
What King going to make war against another king, sitteth not down first, and consulteth whether he be able with ten thousand, to meet him that cometh against him with twenty thousand? And shall we dare to rush into Battel against all the Powers of Darkness, all Worldly Terrors and Allurements? and our own inbred domineering Corruptions, without considering whether we have sufficient Spiritual Furniture to stand in the Evil day? Yet many content themselves with such an ability to will and do their Duty,
What King going to make war against Another King, Sitteth not down First, and consulteth whither he be able with ten thousand, to meet him that comes against him with twenty thousand? And shall we Dare to rush into Battle against all the Powers of Darkness, all Worldly Terrors and Allurements? and our own inbred domineering Corruptions, without considering whither we have sufficient Spiritual Furniture to stand in the Evil day? Yet many content themselves with such an ability to will and do their Duty,
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as they would have to be given to Men universally, whereby they are no better enabled for the Spiritual Battel, than the generality of the World, that lie vanquished under the wicked One,
as they would have to be given to Men universally, whereby they Are no better enabled for the Spiritual Battle, than the generality of the World, that lie vanquished under the wicked One,
It is an hard matter to find what this universal ability is, that so many contend so earnestly for, of what it consisteth, by what means it is conveyed to us and maintained.
It is an hard matter to find what this universal ability is, that so many contend so earnestly for, of what it Consisteth, by what means it is conveyed to us and maintained.
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That none may deceive themselves, and miscarry in their Enterprizes for Holiness, by depending on such a weak occult Quality, I have here shewed four Endowments, of which a true ability for the Practice of Holiness must necessarily be constituted,
That none may deceive themselves, and miscarry in their Enterprises for Holiness, by depending on such a weak occult Quality, I have Here showed four Endowments, of which a true ability for the Practice of Holiness must necessarily be constituted,
And they are of such a mysterious nature, that such as own the necessity of Endowments to frame them for Holiness, are prone to think that less than these will serve,
And they Are of such a mysterious nature, that such as own the necessity of Endowments to frame them for Holiness, Are prove to think that less than these will serve,
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against all such surmises I shall endeavour such a demonstration of these Endowments particularly, as may gain the assent of right Reason, insisting on them in the same order wherein I have placed them in the Direction.
against all such surmises I shall endeavour such a demonstration of these Endowments particularly, as may gain the assent of right Reason, insisting on them in the same order wherein I have placed them in the Direction.
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In the first place, I assert that an Inclination and Propensity of the Heart to the Duties of the Law, is necessary to frame and enable us for the immediate Practice of them;
In the First place, I assert that an Inclination and Propensity of the Heart to the Duties of the Law, is necessary to frame and enable us for the immediate Practice of them;
And therefore I have intimated that the Three other Endowments mentioned in the Direction, are subservient to this as the chief of all, which are sufficient to make it a rational Propensity.
And Therefore I have intimated that the Three other Endowments mentioned in the Direction, Are subservient to this as the chief of all, which Are sufficient to make it a rational Propensity.
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This is contrary to those that out of Zeal for Obedience according to Knowledge, contend so earnestly for Free-will as a necessary and sufficient Endowment to enable us to perform our Duty,
This is contrary to those that out of Zeal for obedience according to Knowledge, contend so earnestly for Freewill as a necessary and sufficient Endowment to enable us to perform our Duty,
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when once we are convinc'd of it, and of our Obligation to it, and that extol this Endowment as the great Benefit that Universal Redemption hath blessed all Mankind with,
when once we Are convinced of it, and of our Obligation to it, and that extol this Endowment as the great Benefit that Universal Redemption hath blessed all Mankind with,
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yea, they cannot but acknowledge that in most of Mankind that have it, it is encumbred with an actual Bent and Propensity of the Heart altogether to evil.
yea, they cannot but acknowledge that in most of Mankind that have it, it is encumbered with an actual Bent and Propensity of the Heart altogether to evil.
First, The Duties of the Law are of such a nature, that they cannot possibly be performed while there is wholly an aversness or mere indifferency of the Heart to the Performance of them,
First, The Duties of the Law Are of such a nature, that they cannot possibly be performed while there is wholly an averseness or mere indifferency of the Heart to the Performance of them,
Because the chief of all the Commandments, is to love the Lord with our whole Heart, Might and Soul, to love every thing that is in him, to love his Will and all his Ways,
Because the chief of all the commandments, is to love the Lord with our Whole Heart, Might and Soul, to love every thing that is in him, to love his Will and all his Ways,
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we must delight to do the Will of God, it must be to us as our Meat and Drink, we must long and thirst for it, it must be sweeter to us than the honey or honey comb, Psal. 40.8.30.4, 34. Psal. 63 1. and 119.20. and 19.10.
we must delight to do the Will of God, it must be to us as our Meat and Drink, we must long and thirst for it, it must be Sweeten to us than the honey or honey comb, Psalm 40.8.30.4, 34. Psalm 63 1. and 119.20. and 19.10.
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Doubtless there can be no Power in the Will, for this kind of Service without an Agreeablene•• of our Inclination to the Will of God, a Heart according to his own Heart,
Doubtless there can be no Power in the Will, for this kind of Service without an Agreeablene•• of our Inclination to the Will of God, a Heart according to his own Heart,
Love to God must flow from a clean heart, 1 Tim. 1.5. Cleansed from evil Propensities and Inclinations, and Reason will tell us, that the first Motions of Lust which fall not under our Choice and Deliberation, cannot be avoided without a fixed Propensity of the Heart to Holiness. 2ly.
Love to God must flow from a clean heart, 1 Tim. 1.5. Cleansed from evil Propensities and Inclinations, and Reason will tell us, that the First Motions of Lust which fallen not under our Choice and Deliberation, cannot be avoided without a fixed Propensity of the Heart to Holiness. 2ly.
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The Image of God (wherein God according to his infinite Wisdom judged it meet to frame the first Adam in righteousness, and true holiness, and uprightness, Gen. 1.27. Ephes. 4.24. Eccles. 7.29.) consisted in an actual Bent and Propensity of his Heart to the Practice of Holiness, not in a mere Power of Will to chuse Good or Evil:
The Image of God (wherein God according to his infinite Wisdom judged it meet to frame the First Adam in righteousness, and true holiness, and uprightness, Gen. 1.27. Ephesians 4.24. Eccles. 7.29.) consisted in an actual Bent and Propensity of his Heart to the Practice of Holiness, not in a mere Power of Will to choose Good or Evil:
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nor in an indifference of Propensity to the choice of Sin or Duty, for this is a wicked Disposition in an intelligent Creature that knoweth his Duty,
nor in an indifference of Propensity to the choice of since or Duty, for this is a wicked Disposition in an intelligent Creature that Knoweth his Duty,
and made willing Slaves to the performance of all actual Sins, until the Son of God make us free) confisteth in a Propensity and Inclination of the Heart to Sin, and Averseness to Holiness.
and made willing Slaves to the performance of all actual Sins, until the Son of God make us free) confisteth in a Propensity and Inclination of the Heart to since, and Averseness to Holiness.
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and leadeth us captive to the service of sin? Rom. 7.23. What is that Poison in us, for which Men may be called serpents, vipers? What is that Spirit of whoredoms in men, by reason of which they will not frame their doings to turn to God? Hos. 5.4.
and leads us captive to the service of since? Rom. 7.23. What is that Poison in us, for which Men may be called Serpents, vipers? What is that Spirit of whoredoms in men, by reason of which they will not frame their doings to turn to God? Hos. 5.4.
I know there is also a blindness of Understanding, and other things belonging to Original Corruption, which conduceth to this evil Propensity of the Will,
I know there is also a blindness of Understanding, and other things belonging to Original Corruption, which conduceth to this evil Propensity of the Will,
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and taking away the heart of stone out of their flesh, and giving them an heart of flesh, Ezek. 36.26, 27. And he circumciseth their heart to love him with their whole heart and Soul. And he requireth that we should be transformed in the renewing of our mind, that we may prove what is his acceptable will, Rom. 12.2.
and taking away the heart of stone out of their Flesh, and giving them an heart of Flesh, Ezekiel 36.26, 27. And he Circumciseth their heart to love him with their Whole heart and Soul. And he requires that we should be transformed in the renewing of our mind, that we may prove what is his acceptable will, Rom. 12.2.
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If any one can judge that this new, clean, circumcised Heart, this Heart of Flesh, this new right Spirit is such an one as hath no actual Inclination and Propensity to good,
If any one can judge that this new, clean, circumcised Heart, this Heart of Flesh, this new right Spirit is such an one as hath no actual Inclination and Propensity to good,
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or an indifference of Propensity to both contraries, it will not be worth my labour to convince such a Judgment, only let him consider whether David could account such an Heart to be clean and right, when he prayeth, Psal. 119.36. Incline mine heart to thy testimonies, and not to coveteousness.
or an indifference of Propensity to both contraries, it will not be worth my labour to convince such a Judgement, only let him Consider whither David could account such an Heart to be clean and right, when he Prayeth, Psalm 119.36. Incline mine heart to thy testimonies, and not to covetousness.
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The second Endowment necessary to enable us for the immediate Practice of Holiness, and concurring with the other two that follow, to work in us a rational Propensity to this Practice, is that we be well perswaded of our Reconciliation with God.
The second Endowment necessary to enable us for the immediate Practice of Holiness, and concurring with the other two that follow, to work in us a rational Propensity to this Practice, is that we be well persuaded of our Reconciliation with God.
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and herein I include the great Benefit of Justification, as the means whereby we are reconciled to God, which is described in Scripture, either by forgiving our Sins,
and herein I include the great Benefit of Justification, as the means whereby we Are reconciled to God, which is described in Scripture, either by forgiving our Sins,
though it may be expressed by divers Names, with respect to either of the two contrary terms, the one of which is abolished, the other introduced by it.
though it may be expressed by diverse Names, with respect to either of the two contrary terms, the one of which is abolished, the other introduced by it.
They account that this Doctrine tendeth to the Subversion of an holy Practice, and is a great Pillar of Antinemianism; and that the only way to establish sincere Obedience, is to make it rather a condition to be performed before our actual Justification and Reconciliation with God.
They account that this Doctrine tendeth to the Subversion of an holy Practice, and is a great Pillar of Antinemianism; and that the only Way to establish sincere obedience, is to make it rather a condition to be performed before our actual Justification and Reconciliation with God.
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neither can the true Practice of Holiness be secure, except the Perswasion of our Justification and Reconciliation with God be first obtained without works of the law, that we may be enabled thereby to do them,
neither can the true Practice of Holiness be secure, except the Persuasion of our Justification and Reconciliation with God be First obtained without works of the law, that we may be enabled thereby to do them,
because he was made upright according to God's Image, and there is no reason to doubt but that these Qualifications were his advantage for an holy Practice,
Because he was made upright according to God's Image, and there is no reason to doubt but that these Qualifications were his advantage for an holy Practice,
The second Adam also in our nature was the Beloved of the Father, accounted righteous in the sight of God, without the Imputation of any Sin to him,
The second Adam also in our nature was the beloved of the Father, accounted righteous in the sighed of God, without the Imputation of any since to him,
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except the like Advantages be given to us, by Reconciliation and Remission of Sins, and imputation of a Righteousness given by God to us when we have none of our own.
except the like Advantages be given to us, by Reconciliation and Remission of Sins, and imputation of a Righteousness given by God to us when we have none of our own.
Secondly, Those that know that natural Deadness under the Power of Sin and Satan, are fully convinced, that if God leave them to their own Hearts, they can do nothing but Sin,
Secondly, Those that know that natural Deadness under the Power of since and Satan, Are Fully convinced, that if God leave them to their own Hearts, they can do nothing but since,
and that they can do no good work except it please God of his great Love and Mercy to work it in them, Joh. 8.36. Philip. 2.13. Rom. 8.7, 8. Therefore that they may be encouraged and rationally enclined to Holiness, they must hope that God will work savingly in them.
and that they can do no good work except it please God of his great Love and Mercy to work it in them, John 8.36. Philip. 2.13. Rom. 8.7, 8. Therefore that they may be encouraged and rationally inclined to Holiness, they must hope that God will work savingly in them.
Now I leave it to considerate Men to judge, whether such an Hope can be well grounded without a good Perswasion of such a Reconciliation and Saving-love of God to us,
Now I leave it to considerate Men to judge, whither such an Hope can be well grounded without a good Persuasion of such a Reconciliation and Saving-love of God to us,
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Yea, we know further, if we know our selves sufficiently, that our Death in Sin proceeded from the Guilt of the first Sin of Adam, and the Sentence denounced against it, Gen. 2.17.
Yea, we know further, if we know our selves sufficiently, that our Death in since proceeded from the Gilded of the First since of Adam, and the Sentence denounced against it, Gen. 2.17.
And this is sufficient to make us despair of living to God in Holiness, while we apprehend our selves to be under the Curse and Wrath of God, by reason of our Transgressions and Sins still lying upon us, Ezek. 33.10.
And this is sufficient to make us despair of living to God in Holiness, while we apprehend our selves to be under the Curse and Wrath of God, by reason of our Transgressions and Sins still lying upon us, Ezekiel 33.10.
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but a practical Love whereby we are willing that God should be absolute Lord and Governour of us and all the World, to dispose of us and all others according to his Will,
but a practical Love whereby we Are willing that God should be absolute Lord and Governor of us and all the World, to dispose of us and all Others according to his Will,
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a Love whereby we like every thing in him as he is our Lord, his Justice as well as any other Attribute, without wishing or desiring that he were better than he is,
a Love whereby we like every thing in him as he is our Lord, his justice as well as any other Attribute, without wishing or desiring that he were better than he is,
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while we apprehend our selves under the Curse and Wrath of God, or while we are under prevailing Suspitions that God will prove an Enemy to us at last.
while we apprehend our selves under the Curse and Wrath of God, or while we Are under prevailing Suspicions that God will prove an Enemy to us At last.
but the Duty of Love cannot be extorted and forced by Fear, but it must be won and sweetly allured by an Apprehension of God's Love and Goodness towards us,
but the Duty of Love cannot be extorted and forced by fear, but it must be wone and sweetly allured by an Apprehension of God's Love and goodness towards us,
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and this doth but fill them the more with tormenting horror and trembling that is contrary to Love, Ja. 2.19. The greater God's Excellency and Perfection is, the greater Evil he is to us if he hate us and curse us;
and this does but fill them the more with tormenting horror and trembling that is contrary to Love, Ja. 2.19. The greater God's Excellency and Perfection is, the greater Evil he is to us if he hate us and curse us;
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and therefore the Principle of Self-preservation deeply rooted in our natures, hindreth us from loving that which we apprehend as our own Destruction;
and Therefore the Principle of Self-preservation deeply rooted in our nature's, hindereth us from loving that which we apprehend as our own Destruction;
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but if God himself be our Enemy, for whose sake can we love him? Who is there that can free us from the evil of his Enemity and turn it to our Advantage,
but if God himself be our Enemy, for whose sake can we love him? Who is there that can free us from the evil of his Enmity and turn it to our Advantage,
as appeareth by Christ's dying for this end, Heb. 9.14, 15. and 10.1, 2. 4. 14, 17, 22. That Conscience whereby we judge our selves to be under the guilt of sin and wrath of God is accounted an evil Conscience in Scripture,
as appears by Christ's dying for this end, Hebrew 9.14, 15. and 10.1, 2. 4. 14, 17, 22. That Conscience whereby we judge our selves to be under the guilt of since and wrath of God is accounted an evil Conscience in Scripture,
David 's Mouth could not be opened to shew forth the Praise of God, until he was delivered from Blood-guiltiness, Psal. 51.14, 15. This evil guilty Conscience, whereby we judge that God is our Enemy,
David is Mouth could not be opened to show forth the Praise of God, until he was Delivered from Bloodguiltiness, Psalm 51.14, 15. This evil guilty Conscience, whereby we judge that God is our Enemy,
and that his Justice is against us to our everlasting Condemnation, by reason of our sins, doth strongly maintain and increase the Dominion of Sin and Satan in us,
and that his justice is against us to our everlasting Condemnation, by reason of our Sins, does strongly maintain and increase the Dominion of since and Satan in us,
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I have often considered by what manner of working any Sin could effectually destroy the whole Image of God in the first Adam, and I conclude it was by working first an evil guilty Conscience in him, whereby he judged that the just God was against him,
I have often considered by what manner of working any since could effectually destroy the Whole Image of God in the First Adam, and I conclude it was by working First an evil guilty Conscience in him, whereby he judged that the just God was against him,
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and cursed him for that one Sin, and this was enough to work a shameful Nakedness by disorderly Lusts, a turning his Love wholly from God to the Creature,
and cursed him for that one since, and this was enough to work a shameful Nakedness by disorderly Lustiest, a turning his Love wholly from God to the Creature,
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Some may think Job uncharitable in suspecting not meerly, that his Sons had sinned, but that they had been so abominably wicked as to curse God in their Hearts, Job 1.5.
some may think Job uncharitable in suspecting not merely, that his Sons had sinned, but that they had been so abominably wicked as to curse God in their Hearts, Job 1.5.
or that he was not so just a Judge, which is a secret Cursing of God, that cannot be avoided until our Consciences be purged from the guilt of Sin, by the offering of Christ for us, which was then figured out by the Burnt-offerings of Job for his Sons.
or that he was not so just a Judge, which is a secret Cursing of God, that cannot be avoided until our Consciences be purged from the guilt of since, by the offering of christ for us, which was then figured out by the Burnt offerings of Job for his Sons.
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Fifthly, God hath abundantly discovered to us in his Word, that his method in bringing Men from Sin to Holiness of Life, is first to make them know that he loveth them,
Fifthly, God hath abundantly discovered to us in his Word, that his method in bringing Men from since to Holiness of Life, is First to make them know that he loves them,
When he gave the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai, he first discovered himself to be their God, that had given them a sure Pledge of his Salvation by their Delivery from Egypt, in the Preface, Exod. 20.2.
When he gave the Ten commandments on Mount Sinai, he First discovered himself to be their God, that had given them a sure Pledge of his Salvation by their Delivery from Egypt, in the Preface, Exod 20.2.
and the Ashes of an Heifer sprinkling the unclean, to prepare and sanctifie them for other Parts of his Worship in his Tabernacle and Temple, to figure out his purging of their Consciences from dead works by the Blood of Christ, that they might serve the living God, Heb. 9.9, 10, 13, 14, 22. This I say was then figurative Sanctification,
and the Ashes of an Heifer sprinkling the unclean, to prepare and sanctify them for other Parts of his Worship in his Tabernacle and Temple, to figure out his purging of their Consciences from dead works by the Blood of christ, that they might serve the living God, Hebrew 9.9, 10, 13, 14, 22. This I say was then figurative Sanctification,
as the word Sanctification is taken in a large Sense, comprehending all things that prepare us for the Service of God, chiefly the Remission of Sin, Heb. 10.10, 14, 18. Though if it be taken in a strict sence, respecting only our Conformity to the Law, it must necessarily be placed after Justification, according to the usual Method of Protestant Divines.
as the word Sanctification is taken in a large Sense, comprehending all things that prepare us for the Service of God, chiefly the Remission of since, Hebrew 10.10, 14, 18. Though if it be taken in a strict sense, respecting only our Conformity to the Law, it must necessarily be placed After Justification, according to the usual Method of Protestant Divines.
God also minded them of the necessity of purging away their guilt first, that their Service might be acceptable, by commanding them to offer the Sin-offering before the Burnt-offering, Levit. 5.8.
God also minded them of the necessity of purging away their guilt First, that their Service might be acceptable, by commanding them to offer the Sin-offering before the Burnt-offering, Levit. 5.8.
and 16.3, 11. And least the guilt of their Sins should pollute the Service of God, notwithstanding all their particular Expiations, God was pleased to appoint a general Atonement for all their Sins one day every Year, wherein the Scape goat was to bear upon him all their Iniquities,
and 16.3, 11. And lest the guilt of their Sins should pollute the Service of God, notwithstanding all their particular Expiations, God was pleased to appoint a general Atonement for all their Sins one day every Year, wherein the Escape goat was to bear upon him all their Iniquities,
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and washing us from our Sins by the Blood of Christ, that he may make us Priests to offer the Sacrifices of Praise and all good Works to God even the Father.
and washing us from our Sins by the Blood of christ, that he may make us Priests to offer the Sacrifices of Praise and all good Works to God even the Father.
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He entreth us into his Service by washing away our sins in Baptism, he seedeth and strengtheneth us for his Service by Remission of Sins given to us in the Blood of Christ at the Lord's Supper, He exhorteth us to obey him,
He entereth us into his Service by washing away our Sins in Baptism, he seedeth and strengtheneth us for his Service by Remission of Sins given to us in the Blood of christ At the Lord's Supper, He exhorteth us to obey him,
Be ye therefore followers of God as dear children, and walk in love as Christ hath loved us, Ephes. 4.32. and 5.1, 2. I write unto you little children because your sins are forgiven you for his name sake.
Be you Therefore followers of God as dear children, and walk in love as christ hath loved us, Ephesians 4.32. and 5.1, 2. I write unto you little children Because your Sins Are forgiven you for his name sake.
and hath condescended to take wonderful care in providing plentiful means both under the Old and New Testament, that his People might be first cleansed from guilt,
and hath condescended to take wondered care in providing plentiful means both under the Old and New Testament, that his People might be First cleansed from guilt,
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The Third Endowment necessary to enable us for the Practice of Holiness, without which a Perswasion of our Reconciliation with God, would be of little efficacy to work in us a rational Propensity to it, is that we be perswaded of our future Enjoyment of the everlasting heavenly Happiness.
The Third Endowment necessary to enable us for the Practice of Holiness, without which a Persuasion of our Reconciliation with God, would be of little efficacy to work in us a rational Propensity to it, is that we be persuaded of our future Enjoyment of the everlasting heavenly Happiness.
as legal, mercenary, flowing from self-love, and not from any pure Love to God, and they figure out sincere Godliness by a Man bearing Fire in one hand to burn up Heaven,
as Legal, mercenary, flowing from Self-love, and not from any pure Love to God, and they figure out sincere Godliness by a Man bearing Fire in one hand to burn up Heaven,
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and Water in the other to quench Hell, intimating that the true Service of God must not proceed at all from hope of Reward or sear of Punishment, but only from Love.
and Water in the other to quench Hell, intimating that the true Service of God must not proceed At all from hope of Reward or sear of Punishment, but only from Love.
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That this Endowment must be present in us is sufficiciently proved already by all that I have said concerning the necessity of the Perswasion of our firm Reconciliation with God by our Justification, to prepare us for this Practice,
That this Endowment must be present in us is sufficiciently proved already by all that I have said Concerning the necessity of the Persuasion of our firm Reconciliation with God by our Justification, to prepare us for this Practice,
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Let me therefore suppose a Sadducee believing no Happiness after this Life, and put the Question, Can such an one love God with his whole Heart, Might and Soul? Will he not think it reasonable rather to lessen and moderate his Love towards God,
Let me Therefore suppose a Sadducee believing no Happiness After this Life, and put the Question, Can such an one love God with his Whole Heart, Might and Soul? Will he not think it reasonable rather to lessen and moderate his Love towards God,
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lest he should be overmuch troubled to part with him by Death? We account it most reasonable to sit loose in our Affections from things that we must part with.
lest he should be overmuch troubled to part with him by Death? We account it most reasonable to fit lose in our Affections from things that we must part with.
Can such an one be satisfied with the Enjoyment of God as his Happiness? Will he not rather account that the Enjoyment of God and all religious Duties are Vanities as well as other things,
Can such an one be satisfied with the Enjoyment of God as his Happiness? Will he not rather account that the Enjoyment of God and all religious Duties Are Vanities as well as other things,
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because in a little time we shall have no more Benefit by them than if they had never been? How can such an one be willing to lay down his Life for the sake of God,
Because in a little time we shall have no more Benefit by them than if they had never been? How can such an one be willing to lay down his Life for the sake of God,
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and he that will burn up Heaven and quench Hell that he may serve God out of Love, doth thereby leave himself • little better furnished than the Sadduce, the one denieth them, the other will not have them at all to be considered in this case.
and he that will burn up Heaven and quench Hell that he may serve God out of Love, does thereby leave himself • little better furnished than the Saducee, the one Denieth them, the other will not have them At all to be considered in this case.
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as the Scripture doth abundantly shew, Christ the great pattern of holiness for the joy that was set before him, endured the cross, despising the shame, Heb. 12.2.
as the Scripture does abundantly show, christ the great pattern of holiness for the joy that was Set before him, endured the cross, despising the shame, Hebrew 12.2.
And though I cannot say that the first Adam had such a sure Hope to preserve him in Innocency yet he had instead of it, the present Possession of an earthly Paradice and an happy Estate in it, which he knew would last if he continued in Holiness,
And though I cannot say that the First Adam had such a sure Hope to preserve him in Innocency yet he had instead of it, the present Possession of an earthly Paradise and an happy Estate in it, which he knew would last if he continued in Holiness,
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The Apostles did not faint under Affliction because they knew that it worked for them a more exceeding eternal weight of glory, 2 Cor. 4.16, 17. The believing Hebrews took joyfully the spoiling of their Goods, knowing in themselves that they had an Heaven a better and more enduring Substance, Heb. 10.34.
The Apostles did not faint under Affliction Because they knew that it worked for them a more exceeding Eternal weight of glory, 2 Cor. 4.16, 17. The believing Hebrews took joyfully the spoiling of their Goods, knowing in themselves that they had an Heaven a better and more enduring Substance, Hebrew 10.34.
Those that think it below the excellency of their Love to work out of Hope of the Heavenly Reward, do thereby advance their Love beyond the Love of the Apostles and Primitive Saints, and even of Christ himself.
Those that think it below the excellency of their Love to work out of Hope of the Heavenly Reward, do thereby advance their Love beyond the Love of the Apostles and Primitive Saints, and even of christ himself.
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3dly, This perswasion of our future enjoyment of everlasting Happiness, cannot tend to Licentiousness, if we understand well that perfect Holiness is a necessary part of that Happiness,
3dly, This persuasion of our future enjoyment of everlasting Happiness, cannot tend to Licentiousness, if we understand well that perfect Holiness is a necessary part of that Happiness,
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yet we must go to the possession of it in a way of Heliness, 1 Jo. 3.1, 2, 3. Neither is it legal or mercenary to be moved by this Perswasion, seeing the Perswasion it self is not gotten by the Works of the Law,
yet we must go to the possession of it in a Way of Holiness, 1 John 3.1, 2, 3. Neither is it Legal or mercenary to be moved by this Persuasion, seeing the Persuasion it self is not got by the Works of the Law,
It is also contrary to the Error of those that think the Practice of Godliness and Wickedness to be alike easie, excepting only some difficulty in the first Alterations of vicious Customs,
It is also contrary to the Error of those that think the Practice of Godliness and Wickedness to be alike easy, excepting only Some difficulty in the First Alterations of vicious Customs,
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and in bearing Persecutions, which they account to be a rare Case, since the Kingdoms of the World have been brought to the Profession of Christianity,
and in bearing Persecutions, which they account to be a rare Case, since the Kingdoms of the World have been brought to the Profession of Christianity,
First, We are by nature dead in Trespasses and Sins unable to will, or do any thing that is spiritually good, notwithstanding the Redemption that is by Christ,
First, We Are by nature dead in Trespasses and Sins unable to will, or do any thing that is spiritually good, notwithstanding the Redemption that is by christ,
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until we be actually quickened by Christ, Ephes. 2. 1• Rom. 8.7, 8, 9. Those that are sufficiently enlightned and humbled, know themselves to be naturally in this Case;
until we be actually quickened by christ, Ephesians 2. 1• Rom. 8.7, 8, 9. Those that Are sufficiently enlightened and humbled, know themselves to be naturally in this Case;
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and to be pleased with it, and that if God work not in them both to will and to do, they shall neither will nor do any thing pleasing to him, Phil. 2.13.
and to be pleased with it, and that if God work not in them both to will and to do, they shall neither will nor doe any thing pleasing to him, Philip 2.13.
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We may conclude from hence, that whosoever can couragiously attempt the Practice of the Law without being well perswaded of a sufficient Power whereby he may be enabled to be heartily willing as well as to perform when he is willing,
We may conclude from hence, that whosoever can courageously attempt the Practice of the Law without being well persuaded of a sufficient Power whereby he may be enabled to be heartily willing as well as to perform when he is willing,
until he hath gone through the whole Work of Obedience acceptably, such an one was never yet truly humbled and brought to know the Plague of his own Heart,
until he hath gone through the Whole Work of obedience acceptably, such an one was never yet truly humbled and brought to know the Plague of his own Heart,
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Is it an easie thing not to lust or covet according to the Tenth Commandment? The Apostle Paul found it so difficult to obey this Commandment, that his Concupiscence prevailed the more by occasion of the Commandment, Rom. 7.7, 8. Our work is not only to alter vicious Customs,
Is it an easy thing not to lust or covet according to the Tenth Commandment? The Apostle Paul found it so difficult to obey this Commandment, that his Concupiscence prevailed the more by occasion of the Commandment, Rom. 7.7, 8. Our work is not only to altar vicious Customs,
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and plucking out a right eye, Mat. 5.29, 30. If Obedience be so easie, how came it to pass that the Heathens generally did those things for which their own Consciences condemned them as worthy of Death? Rom. 1.32.
and plucking out a right eye, Mathew 5.29, 30. If obedience be so easy, how Come it to pass that the heathens generally did those things for which their own Consciences condemned them as worthy of Death? Rom. 1.32.
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and therefore the World loveth his own, else they would find that national Profession of Religion will not secure those that are truly godly from several sorts of Persecutions.
and Therefore the World loves his own, Else they would find that national Profession of Religion will not secure those that Are truly godly from several sorts of Persecutions.
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and Losses, Poverty, bodily Pains, long Diseases and untimely Deaths, from the ordinary Providence of God, with such hearty Love to God and to injurious Men for his sake,
and Losses, Poverty, bodily Pains, long Diseases and untimely Death's, from the ordinary Providence of God, with such hearty Love to God and to injurious Men for his sake,
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but those that assert it to be easie to Men in their common Condition, shew their Imprudence in contradicting the general Experience of Heathens and Christians.
but those that assert it to be easy to Men in their Common Condition, show their Imprudence in contradicting the general Experience of heathens and Christians.
What if by our Endeavours we can do nothing in any measure according to the Rule, shall the Law be put off with no Performance? and shall such Endeavours be accounted sufficient Holiness? And what if we cannot so much as endeavour in a right way? If Man's Ability were the measure of acceptable Duty, the Commands of the Law would signifie very little.
What if by our Endeavours we can do nothing in any measure according to the Rule, shall the Law be put off with no Performance? and shall such Endeavours be accounted sufficient Holiness? And what if we cannot so much as endeavour in a right Way? If Man's Ability were the measure of acceptable Duty, the Commands of the Law would signify very little.
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Thirdly, The Wisdom of God hath ever funished People with a good Perswasion of a sufficient Strength, that they might be enabled both to will and do their Duty.
Thirdly, The Wisdom of God hath ever funished People with a good Persuasion of a sufficient Strength, that they might be enabled both to will and do their Duty.
until he was acquainted with a better Strength, whereby the Head of Satan should be bruised, Gen. 3.15. Our Lord Christ doubtless knew the insinite Power of his Diety to enable him for all that he was to do and suffer in our Nature.
until he was acquainted with a better Strength, whereby the Head of Satan should be Bruised, Gen. 3.15. Our Lord christ doubtless knew the Infinite Power of his Diety to enable him for all that he was to do and suffer in our Nature.
and to the Israelites when he called them to subdue the Land of Canaan. Christ would have the Sons of Zebedee to consider whether they were able to drink of his cup, and to be baptized with the baptism that he was baptized with, Matth. 20.22.
and to the Israelites when he called them to subdue the Land of Canaan. christ would have the Sons of Zebedee to Consider whither they were able to drink of his cup, and to be baptised with the Baptism that he was baptised with, Matthew 20.22.
because they are not under the law, but under grace, Rom. 6.13, 14. And he exhorteth them to be strong in the Lord and in the power of his might, that they might be able to stand against the wiles of the divel, Ephes. 6.10, 11. John exhorteth Believers not to love the world,
Because they Are not under the law, but under grace, Rom. 6.13, 14. And he exhorteth them to be strong in the Lord and in the power of his might, that they might be able to stand against the wiles of the Devil, Ephesians 6.10, 11. John exhorteth Believers not to love the world,
nor the things of the world, because they were strong and had overcome the wicked one, 1 Jo. 2.14, 15. They that were called of God heretofore to work Miracles, were first acquainted with the gift of Power to work them,
nor the things of the world, Because they were strong and had overcome the wicked one, 1 John 2.14, 15. They that were called of God heretofore to work Miracles, were First acquainted with the gift of Power to work them,
Even so when Men that are dead in Sin are call'd to do the works of holy Life, which are in them great Miracles, God maketh a Discovery of the gift of Power unto them, that he may encourage them in a rational way to such a wonderful Enterprise.
Even so when Men that Are dead in since Are called to do the works of holy Life, which Are in them great Miracles, God makes a Discovery of the gift of Power unto them, that he may encourage them in a rational Way to such a wondered Enterprise.
Endowments and Qualifications necessary to frame and enable us for the immediate Practice of the Law, is to receive them out of the fulness of Christ, by Fellowship with him;
Endowments and Qualifications necessary to frame and enable us for the immediate Practice of the Law, is to receive them out of the fullness of christ, by Fellowship with him;
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And the best of us know it but in part, and must wait for the perfect knowledge of it in another World. One great Mystery is, that the holy frame and disposition whereby our Souls are furnished and enabled for immediate Practice of the Law, must be gotten by receiving it out of Christ's fulness,
And the best of us know it but in part, and must wait for the perfect knowledge of it in Another World. One great Mystery is, that the holy frame and disposition whereby our Souls Are furnished and enabled for immediate Practice of the Law, must be got by receiving it out of Christ's fullness,
for fellowship is when several Persons have the same things in common, 1 Jo. 1. This Mystery is so great, that notwithstanding all the Light of the Gospel, we commonly think that we must get an holy frame by producing it a new in ourselves,
for fellowship is when several Persons have the same things in Common, 1 John 1. This Mystery is so great, that notwithstanding all the Light of the Gospel, we commonly think that we must get an holy frame by producing it a new in ourselves,
They account that tho' they be justified by a righteousness wrought out by Christ, yet they must be sanctifi'd by a holiness wrought out by themselves.
They account that though they be justified by a righteousness wrought out by christ, yet they must be sanctified by a holiness wrought out by themselves.
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Another greater mystery in the way of Sanctification, is the glorious manner of our Fellowship with Christ in receiving an holy frame of heart from him.
another greater mystery in the Way of Sanctification, is the glorious manner of our Fellowship with christ in receiving an holy frame of heart from him.
I may well call this a mystical union, because the Apostle calleth it a great mystery, in an Epistle full of Mysteries, Eph. 5.20. intimating, that it is great, eminently above many other Mysteries;
I may well call this a mystical Union, Because the Apostle calls it a great mystery, in an Epistle full of Mysteres, Ephesians 5.20. intimating, that it is great, eminently above many other Mysteres;
the other two are the Union of the Trinity of Persons in One Godhead, and the Union of the Divine and Human Natures in One Person, Jesus Christ, God and Man. Though we cannot frame an exact Idea of the manner of any of these Three Unions in our Imaginations,
the other two Are the union of the Trinity of Persons in One Godhead, and the union of the Divine and Human Nature's in One Person, jesus christ, God and Man. Though we cannot frame an exact Idea of the manner of any of these Three Unions in our Imaginations,
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because they are clearly revealed in Scripture, and are a necessary Foundation for other Points of Christian Doctrine, particularly this Union betwixt Christ and Believers, is plainly in several places of Scripture, affirming that Christ is,
Because they Are clearly revealed in Scripture, and Are a necessary Foundation for other Points of Christian Doctrine, particularly this union betwixt christ and Believers, is plainly in several places of Scripture, affirming that christ is,
and they two, Christ and the Church, are one flesh, Eph. 5.30, 31. Furthermore, this Union is illustrated in Scripture by various resemblances, which would be very much unlike the things which they are made use of to resemble,
and they two, christ and the Church, Are one Flesh, Ephesians 5.30, 31. Furthermore, this union is illustrated in Scripture by various resemblances, which would be very much unlike the things which they Are made use of to resemble,
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if there were no true proper Union betwixt Christ and Believers. It is resembled by the Union betwixt God the Father and Christ, Jo. 14.20. and 17.21, 22, 23. betwixt the Vine and its Branches, Joh. 15.4, 5. betwixt the Head and Body, Ephes. 1.22.23.
if there were no true proper union betwixt christ and Believers. It is resembled by the union betwixt God the Father and christ, John 14.20. and 17.21, 22, 23. betwixt the Vine and its Branches, John 15.4, 5. betwixt the Head and Body, Ephesians 1.22.23.
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and if we can imagine that Christ's Body and Blood are not truely eaten and drunk by Believers either spiritually or corporally, we shall make the Bread and Wine joyned with the Words of Institution, not only naked Signs,
and if we can imagine that Christ's Body and Blood Are not truly eaten and drunk by Believers either spiritually or corporally, we shall make the Bred and Wine joined with the Words of Institution, not only naked Signs,
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And there is nothing in this Union so impossible or repugnant to Reason, as may force us to depart from the plain and familiar sence of those Scriptures that express and illustrate it.
And there is nothing in this union so impossible or repugnant to Reason, as may force us to depart from the plain and familiar sense of those Scriptures that express and illustrate it.
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Though Christ be in Heaven and we on Earth, yet he can joyn our Souls and Bodies to his at such a distance, without any substantial Change of either, by the same insinite Spirit dwelling in him and us,
Though christ be in Heaven and we on Earth, yet he can join our Souls and Bodies to his At such a distance, without any substantial Change of either, by the same Infinite Spirit Dwelling in him and us,
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And it will not follow from hence that a Believer is one Person with Christ, any more than that Christ is one Person with the Father by that greater mystical Union.
And it will not follow from hence that a Believer is one Person with christ, any more than that christ is one Person with the Father by that greater mystical union.
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yet considering the preciousness of the Blood of God whereby we are redeemed, we should dishonour God if we should not expect a miraculous Advancement to the highest Dignity that Creatures are capable of through the Merits of that Blood.
yet considering the preciousness of the Blood of God whereby we Are redeemed, we should dishonour God if we should not expect a miraculous Advancement to the highest Dignity that Creatures Are capable of through the Merits of that Blood.
Neither is there any thing in this Union contrary to the Judgment of Sense, because the Bond of the Union being Spiritual, falleth not at all under the Judgment of Sense.
Neither is there any thing in this union contrary to the Judgement of Sense, Because the Bound of the union being Spiritual, falls not At all under the Judgement of Sense.
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Several learned Men of late acknowledge no other Union betwixt Christ and Believers, than such as persons or things wholly separated, may have by their mutual relations each to other,
Several learned Men of late acknowledge no other union betwixt christ and Believers, than such as Persons or things wholly separated, may have by their mutual relations each to other,
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When Christ is called the Head of the Church, they account that a Political Head or Governour is the thing meant when Christ is said to be in his People,
When christ is called the Head of the Church, they account that a Political Head or Governor is the thing meant when christ is said to be in his People,
and as if Christ and his Apostles had affected obscure intricate Expressions, when they speak to this Church of things very plain and easie to be understood.
and as if christ and his Apostles had affected Obscure intricate Expressions, when they speak to this Church of things very plain and easy to be understood.
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and hath been highly owned formerly both by the ancient Fathers, and many eminent Protestant Divines, particular Writers concerning the Doctrine of the Lord's Supper,
and hath been highly owned formerly both by the ancient Father's, and many eminent Protestant Divines, particular Writers Concerning the Doctrine of the Lord's Supper,
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The Reason of exploding it, as I judge in Charity, is not because our late learned Refiners of Divinity think themselves less able to defend it than the other two mysterious Unions,
The Reason of exploding it, as I judge in Charity, is not Because our late learned Refiners of Divinity think themselves less able to defend it than the other two mysterious Unions,
and that they need not depend any longer upon their uncertain Performances of the Condition of sincere Obedience for Salvation, whereby they account the very Foundation of a holy Practice to be subverted.
and that they need not depend any longer upon their uncertain Performances of the Condition of sincere obedience for Salvation, whereby they account the very Foundation of a holy Practice to be subverted.
But the Wisdom of God hath laid another manner of Foundation for an holy Practice than they imagine, of which this Union, (which the Builders refuse) is a principal stone next to the head of the corner. And in opposition to their corrupt Glosses upon the Scriptures that prove it, I assert that our Union with Christ is the cause of our Subjection to Christ as a Political Head in all things,
But the Wisdom of God hath laid Another manner of Foundation for an holy Practice than they imagine, of which this union, (which the Builders refuse) is a principal stone next to the head of the corner. And in opposition to their corrupt Glosses upon the Scriptures that prove it, I assert that our union with christ is the cause of our Subjection to christ as a Political Head in all things,
yet it is evidently discovered to those that have their Understandings opened to discern that supernatural Revelation of the mysterious way of Sanctification which God hath given to us in the holy Scriptures.
yet it is evidently discovered to those that have their Understandings opened to discern that supernatural Revelation of the mysterious Way of Sanctification which God hath given to us in the holy Scriptures.
and comprehended in his fulness, 〈 ◊ 〉 that we must have them thence, or 〈 ◊ 〉 at all Col. 1.19. It pleased the Father that in him should all fulness dwell.
and comprehended in his fullness, 〈 ◊ 〉 that we must have them thence, or 〈 ◊ 〉 At all Col. 1.19. It pleased the Father that in him should all fullness dwell.
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And in the same Epistle, Col. 2.11, 12, 13. The Apostle sheweth that the holy Nature whereby we live to God, was first produced in him by his death and resurrection, in whom also ye are circumcised in putting off the body of the sins of the flesh, buried with him, quickened together with him when you were dead in your sins, Ephes. 1.3. Who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ.
And in the same Epistle, Col. 2.11, 12, 13. The Apostle shows that the holy Nature whereby we live to God, was First produced in him by his death and resurrection, in whom also you Are circumcised in putting off the body of the Sins of the Flesh, buried with him, quickened together with him when you were dead in your Sins, Ephesians 1.3. Who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in christ.
which sheweth that Christ is of God made unto us Sanctification, by which we are able to walk holily as well as wisely, by the Wisdom of which we are savingly wise,
which shows that christ is of God made unto us Sanctification, by which we Are able to walk holily as well as wisely, by the Wisdom of which we Are savingly wise,
Other Texts of Scripture shew plainly that we receive our Holiness out of his fulness by Fellowship with him, Joh. 1.16, 17. Of his fulness have we all received, and grace for grace.
Other Texts of Scripture show plainly that we receive our Holiness out of his fullness by Fellowship with him, John 1.16, 17. Of his fullness have we all received, and grace for grace.
And it is understood of Grace answerable to the Law given by Moses, which must needs include the Grace of Sanctification, 1 Joh. 1.3, 5, 6, 7. Truly our fellowship is with the Father,
And it is understood of Grace answerable to the Law given by Moses, which must needs include the Grace of Sanctification, 1 John 1.3, 5, 6, 7. Truly our fellowship is with the Father,
There are other Texts that reach the Proof of the whole Direction fully, shewing not only that our holy Endowments are made ready first in Christ for us,
There Are other Texts that reach the Proof of the Whole Direction Fully, showing not only that our holy Endowments Are made ready First in christ for us,
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and receiv'd from, but that we receive them by Union with Christ, Col. 3.10, 11. Ye have put on the new man, which is renewed after the image of him that created him, where Christ is all and in all, 1 Cor. 6.17. He that is joyned to the Lord is one Spirit, Gal. 2.20.
and received from, but that we receive them by union with christ, Col. 3.10, 11. You have put on the new man, which is renewed After the image of him that created him, where christ is all and in all, 1 Cor. 6.17. He that is joined to the Lord is one Spirit, Gal. 2.20.
and all that spiritual nature and Life whereby we live to God in Holiness, and that they are fixed in him so inseparably, that we can not have them except we be joyned to him,
and all that spiritual nature and Life whereby we live to God in Holiness, and that they Are fixed in him so inseparably, that we can not have them except we be joined to him,
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and have himself abiding in us? Take heed lest through Prejudice and Hardness of Heart, you be guilty of making God a Liar in not believing this eminent Record that God hath given to us of his Son.
and have himself abiding in us? Take heed lest through Prejudice and Hardness of Heart, you be guilty of making God a Liar in not believing this eminent Record that God hath given to us of his Son.
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I shall endeavour to contract the chief of these Resemblances, and the force of them, briefly into one Sentence, leaving it to those that are Spiritual to enlarge their Meditations upon them.
I shall endeavour to contract the chief of these Resemblances, and the force of them, briefly into one Sentence, leaving it to those that Are Spiritual to enlarge their Meditations upon them.
We receive from Christ a new holy frame and nature, whereby we are enabled for an holy Practice by union and fellowship with him, in like manner as Christ lived in our nature by the Father, Joh. 6.57.
We receive from christ a new holy frame and nature, whereby we Are enabled for an holy Practice by Union and fellowship with him, in like manner as christ lived in our nature by the Father, John 6.57.
As we receive original sin and death propagated to us from the first Adam, Rom. 5.12, 14, 16, 17. as the natural Body receiveth Sense, Motion, Nourishment from the Head, Col. 2.19.
As we receive original since and death propagated to us from the First Adam, Rom. 5.12, 14, 16, 17. as the natural Body receives Sense, Motion, Nourishment from the Head, Col. 2.19.
As the Branch receiveth its Sap, Juiceand fructifying Virtue from the Vine, Jo. 15.4, 5 As the Wife bringeth forth Fruit by Virtue of her Conjugal Union with her Husband, Rom. 7.4.
As the Branch receives its Sap, Juiceand fructifying Virtue from the Vine, John 15.4, 5 As the Wife brings forth Fruit by Virtue of her Conjugal union with her Husband, Rom. 7.4.
As Stones become an holy Temple by being built upon the Foundation and joyned with the chief corner-stone, 1 Pet. 2. 4, 5, 6. As we receive the nourishing Virtue of Bread by eating it,
As Stones become an holy Temple by being built upon the Foundation and joined with the chief cornerstone, 1 Pet. 2. 4, 5, 6. As we receive the nourishing Virtue of Bred by eating it,
Hear are seven Resemblances instanced whereof some do illustrate the Mystery spoken of more fully than others, all of them do some way intimate that our New Life and Holy Nature is first in Christ,
Hear Are seven Resemblances instanced whereof Some do illustrate the Mystery spoken of more Fully than Others, all of them do Some Way intimate that our New Life and Holy Nature is First in christ,
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and that the first Woman was made out of the Body of Adam, and was really bone of his bone, and flesh of his flesh, and by this first married Couple the mystical Union of Christ and his Church is eminently resembled, Gen. 2.22, 23, 24. with Ephes. 5.30, 31, 32. And yet it supposeth both these Resemblances in the nearness and fulness of it,
and that the First Woman was made out of the Body of Adam, and was really bone of his bone, and Flesh of his Flesh, and by this First married Couple the mystical union of christ and his Church is eminently resembled, Gen. 2.22, 23, 24. with Ephesians 5.30, 31, 32. And yet it Supposeth both these Resemblances in the nearness and fullness of it,
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Thirdly, The end of Christ's Incarnation, Death and Resurrection, was to prepare and form an holy Nature and Frame for us in himself, to be communicated to us by Union and Fellowship with him;
Thirdly, The end of Christ's Incarnation, Death and Resurrection, was to prepare and from an holy Nature and Frame for us in himself, to be communicated to us by union and Fellowship with him;
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By his Incarnation there was a Man created in a new holy Frame, after the Holiness of the first Adam 's Frame had been marred and abolished by the first Transgression,
By his Incarnation there was a Man created in a new holy Frame, After the Holiness of the First Adam is Frame had been marred and abolished by the First Transgression,
so that these Natures had Communion each with other in their Actings, and Christ was able to act in his humane Nature, by Power proper to the divine Nature, wherein he was one God with the Father.
so that these Nature's had Communion each with other in their Actings, and christ was able to act in his humane Nature, by Power proper to the divine Nature, wherein he was one God with the Father.
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Why was it that Christ set up the fallen Nature of Man in such a wonderful Frame of Holiness, in bringing of it to live and act by Communion with God living and acting in it? One great End was, that he might communicate this excellent Frame to his Seed that should be born of him and in him, by his Spirit as the last Adam, the quickning Spirit, that as we have born the Image of the earthly Man,
Why was it that christ Set up the fallen Nature of Man in such a wondered Frame of Holiness, in bringing of it to live and act by Communion with God living and acting in it? One great End was, that he might communicate this excellent Frame to his Seed that should be born of him and in him, by his Spirit as the last Adam, the quickening Spirit, that as we have born the Image of the earthly Man,
Thus the corrupt natural State, which is called in Scripture the Old Man, was crucified together with Christ, that the Body of Sin might be destroyed.
Thus the corrupt natural State, which is called in Scripture the Old Man, was Crucified together with christ, that the Body of since might be destroyed.
as is signified by our Baptism, wherein we are buried with Christ by the Application of his Death to us, Rom. 6.2, 3, 4, 10, 11. God sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful Flesh for Sin, (or by a Sacrifice for Sin,
as is signified by our Baptism, wherein we Are buried with christ by the Application of his Death to us, Rom. 6.2, 3, 4, 10, 11. God sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful Flesh for since, (or by a Sacrifice for since,
but after the Spirit, Rom. 8.3, 4. Observe here that though Christ died that we might be justified by the Righteousness of God and of Faith, not by our own Righteousness which is of the Law, Rom. 10.4, 5, 6. Phil. 3.9.
but After the Spirit, Rom. 8.3, 4. Observe Here that though christ died that we might be justified by the Righteousness of God and of Faith, not by our own Righteousness which is of the Law, Rom. 10.4, 5, 6. Philip 3.9.
and that by walking after his Spirit, as those that are in Christ, Rom. ibid. He is resembled in his Death to a Corn of Wheat dying in the Earth, that it may propagate its own nature, by bringing forth much Fruit, Joh. 12.24. to the Passover that was slain, that a Feast might be kept upon it, and to Bread broken, that it may be Nourishment to those that eat it, 1 Cor. 5.7, 8. and 11.24. To the Rock smitten that Water may gush out of it for us to drink, 1 Cor. 10.4. He died that he might make of Jew and Gentile one New Man in himself, Ephes. 2.15. and that he might see his seed, i. e. such as derive their holy Nature from him, Is. 53.10.
and that by walking After his Spirit, as those that Are in christ, Rom. Ibid. He is resembled in his Death to a Corn of Wheat dying in the Earth, that it may propagate its own nature, by bringing forth much Fruit, John 12.24. to the Passover that was slave, that a Feast might be kept upon it, and to Bred broken, that it may be Nourishment to those that eat it, 1 Cor. 5.7, 8. and 11.24. To the Rock smitten that Water may gush out of it for us to drink, 1 Cor. 10.4. He died that he might make of Jew and Gentile one New Man in himself, Ephesians 2.15. and that he might see his seed, i. e. such as derive their holy Nature from him, Is. 53.10.
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Let these Scriptures be well observed, and they will sufficiently evidence that Christ died, not that we might be able to form an holy Nature in our selves,
Let these Scriptures be well observed, and they will sufficiently evidence that christ died, not that we might be able to from an holy Nature in our selves,
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and thereby we are enabled to bring forth the Fruits of it, as the Scripture sheweth by the Similitude of a Marriage Union, Rom. 7.4. We are married to him that is risen from the Dead, that we might bring forth Fruit unto God.
and thereby we Are enabled to bring forth the Fruits of it, as the Scripture shows by the Similitude of a Marriage union, Rom. 7.4. We Are married to him that is risen from the Dead, that we might bring forth Fruit unto God.
and alive unto God through Jesus Christ our Lord, Rom. 6.4, 5, 10, 11. Fourthly, Our Sanctification is by the Holy Ghost, by whom we live and walk holily, Rom. 15.16. Gal. 5.25.
and alive unto God through jesus christ our Lord, Rom. 6.4, 5, 10, 11. Fourthly, Our Sanctification is by the Holy Ghost, by whom we live and walk holily, Rom. 15.16. Gal. 5.25.
as was signified to John the Baptist by the Similitude of the descending of a Dove from the opened Heavens resting on Christ at his Baptism, Joh. 1.32.33.
as was signified to John the Baptist by the Similitude of the descending of a Dove from the opened Heavens resting on christ At his Baptism, John 1.32.33.
So that according to the Scriptural Phrase, it is all one to have Christ himself and to have the Spirit of Christ in us, Rom. 8.9, 10. He glorifieth Christ,
So that according to the Scriptural Phrase, it is all one to have christ himself and to have the Spirit of christ in us, Rom. 8.9, 10. He Glorifieth christ,
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for he receiveth those things that are Christ's, and sheweth them to us, Joh. 16.14, 15. He giveth us an experimental Knowledge of those spiritual Blessings which he himself prepared for us by the Incarnation, Death and Resurrection of Christ.
for he receives those things that Are Christ's, and shows them to us, John 16.14, 15. He gives us an experimental Knowledge of those spiritual Blessings which he himself prepared for us by the Incarnation, Death and Resurrection of christ.
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Fifthly, The effectual Causes of those four principal Endowments, which in the foregoing Direction were asserted, necessary to furnish us for the immediate Practice of Holiness, are comprehended in the fulness of Christ,
Fifthly, The effectual Causes of those four principal Endowments, which in the foregoing Direction were asserted, necessary to furnish us for the immediate Practice of Holiness, Are comprehended in the fullness of christ,
And we have in Christ a full Reconciliation with God, and an Advancement into higher Favour with him than the first Adam had in the State of Innocency,
And we have in christ a full Reconciliation with God, and an Advancement into higher Favour with him than the First Adam had in the State of Innocency,
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because the Righteousness that Christ wrought out for us by his Obedience unto Death, is imputed to us for our Justification, which is called the Righteousness of God,
Because the Righteousness that christ wrought out for us by his obedience unto Death, is imputed to us for our Justification, which is called the Righteousness of God,
Hereby also we are perswaded of our future Enjoyment, of the everlasting heavenly Happiness, and of sufficient Strength both to will and to perform our Duty acceptably,
Hereby also we Are persuaded of our future Enjoyment, of the everlasting heavenly Happiness, and of sufficient Strength both to will and to perform our Duty acceptably,
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but in all opposition and difficulties that we meet with, we shall be at last more than conquerours through him that loved us, Rom. 8.17.23, 35, 37, 39. Furthermore this comfortable Perswasion of our Justification and future Happiness,
but in all opposition and difficulties that we meet with, we shall be At last more than conquerors through him that loved us, Rom. 8.17.23, 35, 37, 39. Furthermore this comfortable Persuasion of our Justification and future Happiness,
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and his Holiness, as well as any other Benefit, as the Scripture testifieth that there is no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh but after the Spirit, Rom. 8.1.
and his Holiness, as well as any other Benefit, as the Scripture Testifieth that there is no condemnation to them which Are in christ jesus, who walk not After the Flesh but After the Spirit, Rom. 8.1.
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and receive a new Nature by Union and Fellowship with him, as prepared for them in his fulness, we are to know that the same Christ that took our Flesh was before Abraham, Joh. 8.58.
and receive a new Nature by union and Fellowship with him, as prepared for them in his fullness, we Are to know that the same christ that took our Flesh was before Abraham, John 8.58.
and was fore-ordained before the Foundation of the World, to be sacrificed as a Lamb without blemish, that he might redeem us from all iniquity by his precious Blood, 1 Pet. 1.18, 19, 20. and he had the same Spirit,
and was foreordained before the Foundation of the World, to be sacrificed as a Lamb without blemish, that he might Redeem us from all iniquity by his precious Blood, 1 Pet. 1.18, 19, 20. and he had the same Spirit,
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because he was the same in both, and to give out to them, that Grace with which Christ would afterwards fill his Flesh for their Salvation, as well as ours.
Because he was the same in both, and to give out to them, that Grace with which christ would afterwards fill his Flesh for their Salvation, as well as ours.
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Psal. 16.9, 10, 11. My flesh also shall rest in hope, for thou wilt not leave my soul in hell, neither wilt thou suffer thine holy one to see corruption, thou wilt shew me the path of life.
Psalm 16.9, 10, 11. My Flesh also shall rest in hope, for thou wilt not leave my soul in hell, neither wilt thou suffer thine holy one to see corruption, thou wilt show me the path of life.
and therefore were Partakers of the same Priviledge of Union and Fellowship with Christ, 1 Cor. 10.3, 4. And when Christ was manifested in the Flesh, in the fulness of time, all things in Heaven and on Earth, all the Saints departed whose Spirits were then made perfect in Heaven,
and Therefore were Partakers of the same Privilege of union and Fellowship with christ, 1 Cor. 10.3, 4. And when christ was manifested in the Flesh, in the fullness of time, all things in Heaven and on Earth, all the Saints departed whose Spirits were then made perfect in Heaven,
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as well as the Saints that then were, or should afterward be on Earth, were gathered together in one, and comprehended in Christ, as their Head, Ephes. 1.10.
as well as the Saints that then were, or should afterwards be on Earth, were gathered together in one, and comprehended in christ, as their Head, Ephesians 1.10.
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and the Apostles after his comming being fitly fromed together, groweth unto an holy temple in the Lord, Ephes. 2.20, 21. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday,
and the Apostles After his coming being fitly fromed together, grows unto an holy temple in the Lord, Ephesians 2.20, 21. jesus christ is the same yesterday,
and that by the mighty Power of his Spirit whereby all Saints that ever were or shall be, are joyned together, to be Members of that one mystical Body whereof he is the Head.
and that by the mighty Power of his Spirit whereby all Saints that ever were or shall be, Are joined together, to be Members of that one mystical Body whereof he is the Head.
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The Means or Instruments whereby the Spirit of God accomplisheth our Ʋnion with Christ, and our Fellowship with him in all Holiness, are, the Gospel whereby Christ entereth into our Hearts to work Faith in us,
The Means or Instruments whereby the Spirit of God accomplisheth our Ʋnion with christ, and our Fellowship with him in all Holiness, Are, the Gospel whereby christ entereth into our Hearts to work Faith in us,
and Faith whereby we actually receive Christ himself, with all his Fulness, into our Hearts. And this Faith is a Grace of the Spirit, whereby we heartily believe the Gospel,
and Faith whereby we actually receive christ himself, with all his Fullness, into our Hearts. And this Faith is a Grace of the Spirit, whereby we heartily believe the Gospel,
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But God is pleased to help us at a stand to go on forward, by revealing two Means or Instruments, whereby his Spirit accomplisheth the mystical Union and Fellowship betwixt Christ and us,
But God is pleased to help us At a stand to go on forward, by revealing two Means or Instruments, whereby his Spirit accomplisheth the mystical union and Fellowship betwixt christ and us,
and whereby rational Creatures are capable of attaining thereunto, by his Spirit working in them. One of these Means is the Gospel of the Grace of God, wherein God doth make known to us the unsearchable Riches of Christ, and Christ in us the hope of Glory, Eph. 3.8. Col. 1.27.
and whereby rational Creatures Are capable of attaining thereunto, by his Spirit working in them. One of these Means is the Gospel of the Grace of God, wherein God does make known to us the unsearchable Riches of christ, and christ in us the hope of Glory, Ephesians 3.8. Col. 1.27.
and doth encourage us by a free Promise of that Salvation, to all that believe on him, Acts 16.31. Rom. 10.9, 11. This is God's own Instrument of Conveyance, wherein he sendeth Christ to us, to bless us with his Salvation, Acts 3.26.
and does encourage us by a free Promise of that Salvation, to all that believe on him, Acts 16.31. Rom. 10.9, 11. This is God's own Instrument of Conveyance, wherein he sends christ to us, to bless us with his Salvation, Acts 3.26.
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There is no need for us to say in our Hearts, Who shall ascend into Heaven, to bring Christ down from above? Or, who shall descend into the deep, to bring up Christ from the dead, that we may be united,
There is no need for us to say in our Hearts, Who shall ascend into Heaven, to bring christ down from above? Or, who shall descend into the deep, to bring up christ from the dead, that we may be united,
and have fellowship with him in his death and resurrection? For the word is nigh to us, the Gospel, the word of Faith, in which Christ himself graciously condescendeth to be nigh to us;
and have fellowship with him in his death and resurrection? For the word is High to us, the Gospel, the word of Faith, in which christ himself graciously condescendeth to be High to us;
so that we may come at him there, without going any further, if we desire to be joyned to him, Rom. 10.6, 7, 8. The other of these means is Faith, that is wrought in us by the Gospel:
so that we may come At him there, without going any further, if we desire to be joined to him, Rom. 10.6, 7, 8. The other of these means is Faith, that is wrought in us by the Gospel:
This is our Instrument of Reception, whereby the Union betwixt Christ and us is accomplished on our part by our actual receiving of Christ himself, with all his Fulness, into our Hearts;
This is our Instrument of Reception, whereby the union betwixt christ and us is accomplished on our part by our actual receiving of christ himself, with all his Fullness, into our Hearts;
The Faith which Philosophers commonly treat of, is only an Habit of the Understanding, whereby we assent to a Testimony upon the Authority of the Testifier:
The Faith which Philosophers commonly Treat of, is only an Habit of the Understanding, whereby we assent to a Testimony upon the authority of the Testifier:
Accordingly some would have Faith in Christ to be no more than a believing the truth of things in Religion, upon the authority of Christ testifying them;
Accordingly Some would have Faith in christ to be no more than a believing the truth of things in Religion, upon the Authority of christ testifying them;
but the Apostle sheweth, that the Faith whereby we are justified, is Faith in Christ's Blood, Rom. 3.24, 25. not only in his Authority as a Testifier. And tho' a meer assent to a Testimony were sufficient Faith for knowledge of things, which the Philosophers aimed at,
but the Apostle shows, that the Faith whereby we Are justified, is Faith in Christ's Blood, Rom. 3.24, 25. not only in his authority as a Testifier. And though a mere assent to a Testimony were sufficient Faith for knowledge of things, which the Philosophers aimed At,
yet we are to consider, that the Design of Saving Faith is not only to know the Truth of Christ and his Salvation, testified and promised in the Gospel,
yet we Are to Consider, that the Design of Saving Faith is not only to know the Truth of christ and his Salvation, testified and promised in the Gospel,
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Therefore Saving Faith must necessarily contain two Acts, believing the Truth of the Gospel, and believing on Christ, as promised freely to us in the Gospel for all Salvation.
Therefore Saving Faith must necessarily contain two Acts, believing the Truth of the Gospel, and believing on christ, as promised freely to us in the Gospel for all Salvation.
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and count them but dung, that we may win Christ, and be found in him, 2 Thess. 2.10. Phil. 3.8, 9. esteeming Christ to be all our Salvation and Happiness, Col. 3.11. in whom all fulness doth dwell, Col. 1.19.
and count them but dung, that we may win christ, and be found in him, 2 Thess 2.10. Philip 3.8, 9. esteeming christ to be all our Salvation and Happiness, Col. 3.11. in whom all fullness does dwell, Col. 1.19.
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yet it is a saving Act, if it be rightly performed, because it enclineth and disposeth the Soul to the latter Act, whereby Christ himself is immediately received into the Heart.
yet it is a Saving Act, if it be rightly performed, Because it Inclineth and Disposeth the Soul to the latter Act, whereby christ himself is immediately received into the Heart.
He that believeth the Gospel with hearty love and liking, as the most Excellent Truth, will certainly with the like heartiness believe on Christ for his Salvation.
He that Believeth the Gospel with hearty love and liking, as the most Excellent Truth, will Certainly with the like heartiness believe on christ for his Salvation.
sometimes by the latter, as a believing on Christ or in Christ. Rom. 10.9. If thou believe in thine heart that God raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.
sometime by the latter, as a believing on christ or in christ. Rom. 10.9. If thou believe in thine heart that God raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.
For the better understanding of the nature of Faith, let it be further observed, that the Second and Principal of it, believing on Christ, includeth believing on God the Father, Son,
For the better understanding of the nature of Faith, let it be further observed, that the Second and Principal of it, believing on christ, includeth believing on God the Father, Son,
as the only Mediator betwixt God and us, in whom all the promises of God are yea and amen, 2 Cor. 1.20. By him, as mediator, we believe on God that raised him from the dead, and gave him glory, that our faith and hope might be in God, 1 Pet. 1.21.
as the only Mediator betwixt God and us, in whom all the promises of God Are yea and Amen, 2 Cor. 1.20. By him, as Mediator, we believe on God that raised him from the dead, and gave him glory, that our faith and hope might be in God, 1 Pet. 1.21.
because it is the Ground of that Expectation that is the proper Act of Hope, though our Believing and Trusting be for the present as well as future benefit of this Salvation.
Because it is the Ground of that Expectation that is the proper Act of Hope, though our Believing and Trusting be for the present as well as future benefit of this Salvation.
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The reason why it is so commonly expressed in the Scriptures of the New Testament, by the terms of believing on Christ, might be probably because when that part of Scripture was written, there was cause in a special manner to urge believing the Testimony that was then newly revealed by the Gospel.
The reason why it is so commonly expressed in the Scriptures of the New Testament, by the terms of believing on christ, might be probably Because when that part of Scripture was written, there was cause in a special manner to urge believing the Testimony that was then newly revealed by the Gospel.
Having thus explained the nature of Faith, I come now to assert its proper Use and Office in our Salvation, That it is the Means and Instrument whereby we receive Christ,
Having thus explained the nature of Faith, I come now to assert its proper Use and Office in our Salvation, That it is the Means and Instrument whereby we receive christ,
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Some will allow, that Faith is the sole Condition of our Justification, and the Instrument to receive it, according to the Doctrine maintained formerly by the Protestants against the Papists,
some will allow, that Faith is the sole Condition of our Justification, and the Instrument to receive it, according to the Doctrine maintained formerly by the Protestants against the Papists,
but they account, that it is not sufficient or effectual to Sanctification, but that it rather tendeth to Licentiousness, if it be not joyned with some other means, that may be powerful and effectual to procure an holy Practice.
but they account, that it is not sufficient or effectual to Sanctification, but that it rather tendeth to Licentiousness, if it be not joined with Some other means, that may be powerful and effectual to procure an holy Practice.
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and that it is Wisdom in Ministers to preach it seldom and sparingly, and not without some Antidote or Corrective to prevent the licentiousness to which it tendeth.
and that it is Wisdom in Ministers to preach it seldom and sparingly, and not without Some Antidote or Corrective to prevent the licentiousness to which it tendeth.
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and to make Saving-Faith to be only a Condition to procure a Right and Title to our Justification by the Righteousness of Christ, which must be performed before we can lay any good claim to the enjoyment of it,
and to make Saving-faith to be only a Condition to procure a Right and Title to our Justification by the Righteousness of christ, which must be performed before we can lay any good claim to the enjoyment of it,
And that they may the better secure the practice of Holiness by their Conditional Faith, they will not have trusting on God or Christ for Salvation to be accounted the principal Saving-act of it,
And that they may the better secure the practice of Holiness by their Conditional Faith, they will not have trusting on God or christ for Salvation to be accounted the principal Saving-act of it,
They endeavour to affright us from owning Faith to be an Instrument of Justification, by telling us, that thereby we that use the Instrument are made our own principal Justifiers to the dishonour of God;
They endeavour to affright us from owning Faith to be an Instrument of Justification, by telling us, that thereby we that use the Instrument Are made our own principal Justifiers to the dishonour of God;
though it might be easily answered, that we are made thereby only the principal receivers of our own Justification from God, the Giver of it, to whom all the Glory doth belong.
though it might be Easily answered, that we Are made thereby only the principal Receivers of our own Justification from God, the Giver of it, to whom all the Glory does belong.
All these Errors will fall, if it can be proved, that such a Faith as I have described is an Instrument whereby we actually receive Christ himself into our Hearts,
All these Errors will fallen, if it can be proved, that such a Faith as I have described is an Instrument whereby we actually receive christ himself into our Hearts,
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but of Life, and so of Holiness: Christ dwelleth in our hearts by faith, Ephes. 3.17. We live to God, and yet not we, but Christ liveth in us by the Faith of the Son of God, Gal. 2.19. 20. He that believeth on the Son of God, hath the Son and everlasting life that is in him, 1 John 5.12, 13. John 3.36.
but of Life, and so of Holiness: christ dwells in our hearts by faith, Ephesians 3.17. We live to God, and yet not we, but christ lives in us by the Faith of the Son of God, Gal. 2.19. 20. He that Believeth on the Son of God, hath the Son and everlasting life that is in him, 1 John 5.12, 13. John 3.36.
therefore the efficiency or operation of Faith, in order to the enjoyment of Christ and his Fulness, cannot be the procurement of a bare Right or Title to this Enjoyment,
Therefore the efficiency or operation of Faith, in order to the enjoyment of christ and his Fullness, cannot be the procurement of a bore Right or Title to this Enjoyment,
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and also that we receive the Spirit, remission of sins, and an inheritance among them which are sanctified, John 1.2. Gal. 3.26, 27. Col. 2.6, 7. Gal. 3.14. Acts 26.18.
and also that we receive the Spirit, remission of Sins, and an inheritance among them which Are sanctified, John 1.2. Gal. 3.26, 27. Col. 2.6, 7. Gal. 3.14. Acts 26.18.
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He that believeth on Christ, drinketh the living water of his spirit, John 7.37, 38, 39. Christ is the bread of life, his flesh is meat indeed, and his blood drink indeed;
He that Believeth on christ, Drinketh the living water of his Spirit, John 7.37, 38, 39. christ is the bred of life, his Flesh is meat indeed, and his blood drink indeed;
and Christ in us, and have everlasting Life, John 6.35, 47, 48, 54, 55, 56. How can it be taught more clearly, that we receive Christ himself properly into our Souls by Faith,
and christ in us, and have everlasting Life, John 6.35, 47, 48, 54, 55, 56. How can it be taught more clearly, that we receive christ himself properly into our Souls by Faith,
as we do receive Food into our Bodies by eating and drinking, and that Christ is as truly united to us thereby as our Food when we eat or drink it? So that Faith cannot be a Condition to procure a meer Right or Title to Christ, no more than Eating or Drinking procureth a meer Right or Title to our Food,
as we do receive Food into our Bodies by eating and drinking, and that christ is as truly united to us thereby as our Food when we eat or drink it? So that Faith cannot be a Condition to procure a mere Right or Title to christ, no more than Eating or Drinking procureth a mere Right or Title to our Food,
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for we are saved by Grace through Faith, and that not of our selves, it is the Gist of God, Eph. 2.8, 9. We are justified freely by his Grace, through Faith in his blood, Rom. 8.24. The Holy Ghost, who is the Bond of Union betwixt Christ and us, is a Gift, Acts 2.38.
for we Are saved by Grace through Faith, and that not of our selves, it is the Gist of God, Ephesians 2.8, 9. We Are justified freely by his Grace, through Faith in his blood, Rom. 8.24. The Holy Ghost, who is the Bound of union betwixt christ and us, is a Gift, Acts 2.38.
but rather by being an Instrument, whereby we may actively receive and embrace Christ, who is already come into the Soul to take possession of it his own Habitation.
but rather by being an Instrument, whereby we may actively receive and embrace christ, who is already come into the Soul to take possession of it his own Habitation.
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True Saving-Faith, such as I have described, hath in its nature and manner of Operation a peculiar aptitude or fitness to receive Christ and his Salvation,
True Saving-faith, such as I have described, hath in its nature and manner of Operation a peculiar aptitude or fitness to receive christ and his Salvation,
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The discovery of this is of great use for the understanding of the mysterious manner of our receiving and practising all Holiness by Union and Fellowship with Christ.
The discovery of this is of great use for the understanding of the mysterious manner of our receiving and practising all Holiness by union and Fellowship with christ.
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By this precions Grace of Faith, and to make you as it were to see with your Eyes, that it is such an Instrument as I have asserted it to be, I shall present it to your view in three particulars. 1st.
By this precions Grace of Faith, and to make you as it were to see with your Eyes, that it is such an Instrument as I have asserted it to be, I shall present it to your view in three particulars. 1st.
By the very act of hearty trusting or believing on Christ for all Salvation and Happiness, the Soul heaveth and putteth away from itself every thing that keepeth it at a distance from Christ,
By the very act of hearty trusting or believing on christ for all Salvation and Happiness, the Soul heaves and putteth away from itself every thing that Keepeth it At a distance from christ,
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Because such Confidences are inconsistent with our Confidence in Christ for all Salvation, Paul by his Confidence in Christ was taken off from all Considence in the Flesh;
Because such Confidences Are inconsistent with our Confidence in christ for all Salvation, Paul by his Confidence in christ was taken off from all Confidence in the Flesh;
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he suffer'd the loss of glorying in his Privileges, legal Righteousness, and counted all other Enjoyments in matters of the World or of Religion, to be but Dung, that he might win Christ,
he suffered the loss of glorying in his Privileges, Legal Righteousness, and counted all other Enjoyments in matters of the World or of Religion, to be but Dung, that he might win christ,
neither know we what to do, but our eyes are upon thee, 2 Chron. 20.12. I might multiply places of Scripture, to shew what a self emptying Grace Faith is,
neither know we what to do, but our eyes Are upon thee, 2 Chronicles 20.12. I might multiply places of Scripture, to show what a self emptying Grace Faith is,
The same act of trusting or believing on Christ, or on God, is the very manner of our Souls coming to Christ, Joh. 6.35. drawing near to the Lord, Psal. 73.28. fleeing unto the Lord to hide us, Psal. 143.9. making our resuge in the shadow of his wings, Psal. 57.1. staying our selves and our minds upon the Lord, Isa. 50.10. & 26.3. laying hold of eternal life, 1 Tim. 6.12. lifting up our selves to the Lord, Psal. 51.1, 2. rolling our way, and casting our burden upon the Lord, Psal. 37.5. & 55.22. and of our eating and drinking Christ, as hath already appeared.
The same act of trusting or believing on christ, or on God, is the very manner of our Souls coming to christ, John 6.35. drawing near to the Lord, Psalm 73.28. fleeing unto the Lord to hide us, Psalm 143.9. making our Refuge in the shadow of his wings, Psalm 57.1. staying our selves and our minds upon the Lord, Isaiah 50.10. & 26.3. laying hold of Eternal life, 1 Tim. 6.12. lifting up our selves to the Lord, Psalm 51.1, 2. rolling our Way, and casting our burden upon the Lord, Psalm 37.5. & 55.22. and of our eating and drinking christ, as hath already appeared.
Now let any invent if they can, any way for the Soul to exercise any motion or activeness, in receiving of this unseen promised Salvation, besides believing the Word, and trusting on Christ for the Benefit promised.
Now let any invent if they can, any Way for the Soul to exercise any motion or activeness, in receiving of this unseen promised Salvation, beside believing the Word, and trusting on christ for the Benefit promised.
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and inclination to, and ability for the Practise of all Holiness, because it comprehendeth in it a trusting that through Christ we are dead to sin and alive to God,
and inclination to, and ability for the practice of all Holiness, Because it comprehendeth in it a trusting that through christ we Are dead to sin and alive to God,
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and that God is our God, Psal. 31.14. and that we have in the Lord righteousness and strength, whereby we are able to do all things, Isa. 45.24. Phil. 4.13.
and that God is our God, Psalm 31.14. and that we have in the Lord righteousness and strength, whereby we Are able to do all things, Isaiah 45.24. Philip 4.13.
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and that we shall be glortensly happy in the anjoyment of Christ to all eternity, Phil. 3.20, 21. When the Saints in Scripture speak so highly of such glorious spiritual Privileges as I have here named, they acquaint us with the familiar fence and language of their Faith, trusting on God and Christ,
and that we shall be glortensly happy in the anjoyment of christ to all eternity, Philip 3.20, 21. When the Saints in Scripture speak so highly of such glorious spiritual Privileges as I have Here nam, they acquaint us with the familiar fence and language of their Faith, trusting on God and christ,
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and can upon a good ground think and speak such high things concerning themselves, must needs be heartily disposed and mightily strengthened for the practice of Holiness?
and can upon a good ground think and speak such high things Concerning themselves, must needs be heartily disposed and mightily strengthened for the practice of Holiness?
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3dly, Because Faith hath such a natural tendency to dispose and strengthen the Soul for the practise of Holiness, we have cause to judge it a meet Instrument to accomplish every part of that Practice in an acceptable manner.
3dly, Because Faith hath such a natural tendency to dispose and strengthen the Soul for the practice of Holiness, we have cause to judge it a meet Instrument to accomplish every part of that Practice in an acceptable manner.
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Those that with a due affection believe stedfastly on Christ, for the free Gift of all his Salvation, may find by experience, that they are carried forth by that Faith, according to the measure of its Strength or Weakness, to love God heartily, because God hath loved them; first, 1 Joh. 4.19. to praise him, to pray unto him in the name of Christ, Ephes. 5.26. John 16.26, 27. to be patient with cheerfulness under all afflictions, giving thanks to the Father, that hath called them to his heavenly inheritance, Col. 1.11, 12. to love all the children of God, out of love to their heavenly Father, 1 John 5.1. to walk as Christ walked, 1 John 2.6. and to give themselves up to live to Christ in all things, as constrained by his love in dying for them, 2 Cor. 5.14.
Those that with a due affection believe steadfastly on christ, for the free Gift of all his Salvation, may find by experience, that they Are carried forth by that Faith, according to the measure of its Strength or Weakness, to love God heartily, Because God hath loved them; First, 1 John 4.19. to praise him, to pray unto him in the name of christ, Ephesians 5.26. John 16.26, 27. to be patient with cheerfulness under all afflictions, giving thanks to the Father, that hath called them to his heavenly inheritance, Col. 1.11, 12. to love all the children of God, out of love to their heavenly Father, 1 John 5.1. to walk as christ walked, 1 John 2.6. and to give themselves up to live to christ in all things, as constrained by his love in dying for them, 2 Cor. 5.14.
We have a Cloud of Witnesses concerning the excellent works that were produced by Faith, Heb. 11. And though trusting on Christ be accounted such a slight and contemptible thing,
We have a Cloud of Witnesses Concerning the excellent works that were produced by Faith, Hebrew 11. And though trusting on christ be accounted such a slight and contemptible thing,
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The explanation that I have made of the Nature and Office of true Faith, and of its Aptitude for its Office, is sufficient to evidence, that it is a most holy Faith,
The explanation that I have made of the Nature and Office of true Faith, and of its Aptitude for its Office, is sufficient to evidence, that it is a most holy Faith,
as it is called Jude 20. and that such a trusting on Christ, as I have described, in its own nature, cannot have any tendency to Licentiousness, but only to Holiness;
as it is called U^de 20. and that such a trusting on christ, as I have described, in its own nature, cannot have any tendency to Licentiousness, but only to Holiness;
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than any of those Resolutions of Obedience or resignating Acts, that some would have to be the great conditions of our salvation, which are indeed no better than hypocritical Acts, if they be not produc'd by this Faith. There is indeed a counterfeit dead Faith, such as wicked men may have,
than any of those Resolutions of obedience or resignating Acts, that Some would have to be the great conditions of our salvation, which Are indeed no better than hypocritical Acts, if they be not produced by this Faith. There is indeed a counterfeit dead Faith, such as wicked men may have,
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and if that tend to Licentiousness, let not true Faith be blamed, but rather mark the Description of it which I have given, that you may not be deceived with a counterfeit Faith instead of it.
and if that tend to Licentiousness, let not true Faith be blamed, but rather mark the Description of it which I have given, that you may not be deceived with a counterfeit Faith instead of it.
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I shall add something concerning the efficient cause of this excellent Grace, and of our Union with Christ by it, whereby it may appear, that it is not so slight and easie a way of Salvation as some may imagine.
I shall add something Concerning the efficient cause of this excellent Grace, and of our union with christ by it, whereby it may appear, that it is not so slight and easy a Way of Salvation as Some may imagine.
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The Author and Finisher of our Faith and of our Union and Fellowship with Christ by Faith, is no less than the infinite Spirit of God, and God and Christ himself by the Spirit;
The Author and Finisher of our Faith and of our union and Fellowship with christ by Faith, is no less than the infinite Spirit of God, and God and christ himself by the Spirit;
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for, by one Spirit we are all baptized into one body of Christ, and are all made to drink into one Spirit, 1 Cor, 12.12, 13. God granteth us, according to the Riches of his glory, to be strengthened with all might by his spirit, in the inner man, that Christ may dwell in our hearts by Faith, Ephes. 3.16, 17. If we do but consider the great effect of Faith, that by it we are raised to live above our natural condition, by Christ and his Spirit living in us, we cannot rationally conceive that it should be within the power of Nature to do any thing that advanceth us so high.
for, by one Spirit we Are all baptised into one body of christ, and Are all made to drink into one Spirit, 1 Cor, 12.12, 13. God grants us, according to the Riches of his glory, to be strengthened with all might by his Spirit, in the inner man, that christ may dwell in our hearts by Faith, Ephesians 3.16, 17. If we do but Consider the great Effect of Faith, that by it we Are raised to live above our natural condition, by christ and his Spirit living in us, we cannot rationally conceive that it should be within the power of Nature to do any thing that Advanceth us so high.
yet this could not have been done without putting forth his own Almighty Power to quicken those that are dead in Sin. How much more is this Almighty Power needful to advance us to this wonderful new kind of Frame, wherein we live and act above all the power of Nature, by an higher Principle of Life than was given to Adam in Innocency,
yet this could not have been done without putting forth his own Almighty Power to quicken those that Are dead in Sin. How much more is this Almighty Power needful to advance us to this wondered new kind of Frame, wherein we live and act above all the power of Nature, by an higher Principle of Life than was given to Adam in Innocency,
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even by Christ and his Spirit, living and acting in us? The natural man bringeth forth his Off-spring according to his Image, by that natural Power of multiplying, with which God blessed him at his first Creation;
even by christ and his Spirit, living and acting in us? The natural man brings forth his Offspring according to his Image, by that natural Power of multiplying, with which God blessed him At his First Creation;
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nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God, Joh. 1.12, 13. Christ took his own Humane Nature into personal Union with himself, in the Womb of the Virgin Mary by the Holy Ghost coming upon her,
nor of the will of the Flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God, John 1.12, 13. christ took his own Humane Nature into personal union with himself, in the Womb of the Virgae Marry by the Holy Ghost coming upon her,
So He taketh us into mystical Union and Fellowship with himself, by no less than an Infinite Creating Power, For we are the workmanship of God, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, Ephes. 2.10. And if any man be in Christ he is a new creature, 2 Cor. 5.17.
So He Takes us into mystical union and Fellowship with himself, by no less than an Infinite Creating Power, For we Are the workmanship of God, created in christ jesus unto good works, Ephesians 2.10. And if any man be in christ he is a new creature, 2 Cor. 5.17.
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For the accomplishing of this great Work of our new Creation in Christ, the Spirit of God doth first work upon our Hearts by and with the Gospel, to produce in us the Grace of Faith; for,
For the accomplishing of this great Work of our new Creation in christ, the Spirit of God does First work upon our Hearts by and with the Gospel, to produce in us the Grace of Faith; for,
1 Thess. 1.5. 1 Cor. 3.6. & 2.14. We shall never come to Christ by any teaching of Man, except we also hear and learn of the Father, and be drawn to Christ by his spirit, John 6.44, 45. And when Saving Faith is wrought in us, the same Spirit giveth us fast hold of Christ by it:
1 Thess 1.5. 1 Cor. 3.6. & 2.14. We shall never come to christ by any teaching of Man, except we also hear and Learn of the Father, and be drawn to christ by his Spirit, John 6.44, 45. And when Saving Faith is wrought in us, the same Spirit gives us fast hold of christ by it:
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So also the same Spirit of Christ doth work Saving Faith in us, and doth answer the aim and end of that Faith, by giving us Union and Fellowship with Christ by it:
So also the same Spirit of christ does work Saving Faith in us, and does answer the aim and end of that Faith, by giving us union and Fellowship with christ by it:
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we are first apprehended of Christ, and then we apprehend Christ; Christ entereth first into the Soul, to joyn himself to it, by giving it the Spirit of Faith, and so the Soul receiveth Christ and his Spirit by their own Power.
we Are First apprehended of christ, and then we apprehend christ; christ entereth First into the Soul, to join himself to it, by giving it the Spirit of Faith, and so the Soul receives christ and his Spirit by their own Power.
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even before we act that Faith in the reception of him, because by this Grace or Spirit of Faith the Soul is enclined and disposed to an active receiving of Christ.
even before we act that Faith in the reception of him, Because by this Grace or Spirit of Faith the Soul is inclined and disposed to an active receiving of christ.
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but those of riper years, that are joyned passively to Christ by the Spirit of Faith, will also joyn themselves with him actively, by the Act of Faith,
but those of riper Years, that Are joined passively to christ by the Spirit of Faith, will also join themselves with him actively, by the Act of Faith,
yea, the number of those that have it is small, comparatively to the whole World that lieth in Wickedness, 1 Joh. 5.19, 20. and many of those that at length attain unto it, do continue without it for some considerable time. Ephes. 2.12.
yea, the number of those that have it is small, comparatively to the Whole World that lies in Wickedness, 1 John 5.19, 20. and many of those that At length attain unto it, do continue without it for Some considerable time. Ephesians 2.12.
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And though some may have the Spirit of Faith given to them from their Mothers Womb, (as John the Baptist, Luke, 1.15.44.) yet even in them there is a natural Being by Generation before there can be a Spiritual Being by Regeneration, 1 Cor. 15.46.
And though Some may have the Spirit of Faith given to them from their Mother's Womb, (as John the Baptist, Lycia, 1.15.44.) yet even in them there is a natural Being by Generation before there can be a Spiritual Being by Regeneration, 1 Cor. 15.46.
Hence ariseth the Consideration of two States or Conditions of the Children of Men, in Matters that appertain to God and Godliness, the one of which is vastly different from the other.
Hence arises the Consideration of two States or Conditions of the Children of Men, in Matters that appertain to God and Godliness, the one of which is vastly different from the other.
Those that have the Happiness of a New-birth and Creation in Christ by Faith are thereby placed in a very excellent State, consisting in the Enjoyment of the Righteousness of Christ,
Those that have the Happiness of a New birth and Creation in christ by Faith Are thereby placed in a very excellent State, consisting in the Enjoyment of the Righteousness of christ,
Those that are not in Christ by Faith, cannot be in a better State than that which they received together with their Nature from the first Adam, by being once born and created in him,
Those that Are not in christ by Faith, cannot be in a better State than that which they received together with their Nature from the First Adam, by being once born and created in him,
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It is a common Error of those that are in a corrupt natural State that they seek to reform their Lives according to the Law, without any thoughts that their State must be changed before their Lives can be changed from Sin to Righteousness.
It is a Common Error of those that Are in a corrupt natural State that they seek to reform their Lives according to the Law, without any thoughts that their State must be changed before their Lives can be changed from since to Righteousness.
The Heathen that knew nothing of a new State in Christ, were urged by their own Consciences to practice several Duties of the Law according to the Knowledge they had by the Light of Nature, Rom. 2.14, 15. Israel according to the Flesh, had a Zeal of God and Godliness,
The Heathen that knew nothing of a new State in christ, were urged by their own Consciences to practice several Duties of the Law according to the Knowledge they had by the Light of Nature, Rom. 2.14, 15. Israel according to the Flesh, had a Zeal of God and Godliness,
Some are so near the Kingdom of God, while they continue in a Natural State, that they are convinced of the Spirituality of the Law, that it bindeth us principally to love God with all our Heart, Soul, Mind and Strength,
some Are so near the Kingdom of God, while they continue in a Natural State, that they Are convinced of the Spirituality of the Law, that it binds us principally to love God with all our Heart, Soul, Mind and Strength,
as well as in all our outward Actions, and to do all the Duties that we owe to our Neighbour, out of this hearty Love, Mark 12, 33, 34 And they struggle and labour with great earnestness to subdue their inward Thoughts and Affections, to the Law of God,
as well as in all our outward Actions, and to do all the Duties that we owe to our Neighbour, out of this hearty Love, Mark 12, 33, 34 And they struggle and labour with great earnestness to subdue their inward Thoughts and Affections, to the Law of God,
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and to abstain not only from some Sins, but from all known Sins, and to perform every known Duty of the Law, with their whole Heart and Soul as they think,
and to abstain not only from Some Sins, but from all known Sins, and to perform every known Duty of the Law, with their Whole Heart and Soul as they think,
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and so servent in their Zeal, that they are ready even to kill their Bodies with Fastings and other Macerations, that they may kill their sinful Lusts. They are strongly convinced, that Holiness is absolutely necessary to Salvation,
and so servient in their Zeal, that they Are ready even to kill their Bodies with Fastings and other Macerations, that they may kill their sinful Lusts. They Are strongly convinced, that Holiness is absolutely necessary to Salvation,
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And some of these, when they have mispent many Years in striving against the Stream of their Lusts without any Success, do at last fall miserably into Despair of ever attaining to Holiness,
And Some of these, when they have Mis-spent many years in striving against the Stream of their Lustiest without any Success, do At last fallen miserably into Despair of ever attaining to Holiness,
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and hath set Nature upon its Legs again, and that if they endeavour to do what lieth in them, Christ will do the rest, by assisting them with the Supplies of his saving Grace;
and hath Set Nature upon its Legs again, and that if they endeavour to do what lies in them, christ will do the rest, by assisting them with the Supplies of his Saving Grace;
They produce Examples of I leathens, and of such as had the name of Christians without any acquaintance with the Faith that I have described, who have attained to a great Excellency in religious Words and Works.
They produce Examples of I leathens, and of such as had the name of Christians without any acquaintance with the Faith that I have described, who have attained to a great Excellency in religious Words and Works.
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My Work at present is, to deliver those ignorant Zealots from their fruitless tormenting Labours, by bringing them to despair of the Attainment of Holiness in a natural State, that they may seek it only in a new State by Faith in Christ, where they may certainly find it without such tormenting Labour and Anxiety of Spirit.
My Work At present is, to deliver those ignorant Zealots from their fruitless tormenting Labours, by bringing them to despair of the Attainment of Holiness in a natural State, that they may seek it only in a new State by Faith in christ, where they may Certainly find it without such tormenting Labour and Anxiety of Spirit.
For this end I shall confirm the Truth asserted in the Direction, and fortifie it against the forementioned false Opinions by the ensuing Considerations.
For this end I shall confirm the Truth asserted in the Direction, and fortify it against the forementioned false Opinions by the ensuing Considerations.
and Faith it self not by the natural Power of Free-will, but by the Power of Christ, coming into the Soul by his Spirit, to unite us with himself, who seeeth not that the Attainment of true Holiness by any of our most vigorous Endeavours,
and Faith it self not by the natural Power of Freewill, but by the Power of christ, coming into the Soul by his Spirit, to unite us with himself, who seeth not that the Attainment of true Holiness by any of our most vigorous Endeavours,
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while we continue in our natural Condition, is altogether hopeless? I need add no more were it not to shew more sully what abundance of Light the Scripture affordeth to guide us aright in this part of our way, that those that wander out of it, by following any false light of their own,
while we continue in our natural Condition, is altogether hopeless? I need add no more were it not to show more sully what abundance of Light the Scripture affords to guide us aright in this part of our Way, that those that wander out of it, by following any false Light of their own,
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because we must be born again of water and of the Spirit, or else we cannot enter into the kingdom of God, Joh. 3.3, 5. And we are created in Christ Jesus unto good Works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.
Because we must be born again of water and of the Spirit, or Else we cannot enter into the Kingdom of God, John 3.3, 5. And we Are created in christ jesus unto good Works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.
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and if any man be in Christ, he is in a new-state, far different from the State of Adam before the Fall, he is wholly a new creature, as it is written, old things are past away,
and if any man be in christ, he is in a new-state, Far different from the State of Adam before the Fallen, he is wholly a new creature, as it is written, old things Are passed away,
behold all things are become new, 2. Cor. 5.17. Thirdly, It is positively asserted by the Apostle Paul, that those that are in the flesh cannot please God, Rom. 8.8.
behold all things Are become new, 2. Cor. 5.17. Thirdly, It is positively asserted by the Apostle Paul, that those that Are in the Flesh cannot please God, Rom. 8.8.
Many are too overly and negligent in considering the Sense of this Gospel-phrase what it is to be in the flesh. They understand no more by it than to be sinful,
Many Are too overly and negligent in considering the Sense of this Gospel-phrase what it is to be in the Flesh. They understand no more by it than to be sinful,
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The true Interpretation, is, That by flesh is meant the Nature of Man, as it is corrupted by the Fall of Adam, and propagated from him to us, in that corrupt State by natural Generation,
The true Interpretation, is, That by Flesh is meant the Nature of Man, as it is corrupted by the Fallen of Adam, and propagated from him to us, in that corrupt State by natural Generation,
and to be in the flesh, is to be in a Natural State, as to be in the Spirit, is to be in a new State, by the Spirit of Christ dwelling in us, Rom. 8.9. The corrupt Nature is called Flesh, because it is received by carnal Generation, and the new Nature is called Spirit, because it is received by Spiritual Regeneration.
and to be in the Flesh, is to be in a Natural State, as to be in the Spirit, is to be in a new State, by the Spirit of christ Dwelling in us, Rom. 8.9. The corrupt Nature is called Flesh, Because it is received by carnal Generation, and the new Nature is called Spirit, Because it is received by Spiritual Regeneration.
Fourthly, The Apostle testifieth that those that have been taught as the truth is in Jesus, have learned to avoid the former sinful Conversation, by putting off the old-man, which is corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, and by putting on the new-man, which after God is created in righteousness and true holiness, Ephes. 4.21.22, 24. Putting on the Old-man,
Fourthly, The Apostle Testifieth that those that have been taught as the truth is in jesus, have learned to avoid the former sinful Conversation, by putting off the Old man, which is corrupt according to the deceitful Lustiest, and by putting on the New man, which After God is created in righteousness and true holiness, Ephesians 4.21.22, 24. Putting on the Old man,
and putting on the New-man is the same thing with not being in the Flesh, but in the Spirit, in the foregoing Testimony, that is putting off our natural State,
and putting on the New man is the same thing with not being in the Flesh, but in the Spirit, in the foregoing Testimony, that is putting off our natural State,
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Therefore by the old Man, must needs be meant the natural State of Man, wherein he is without the saving Enjoyment of Christ, which is called Old, because of the new State to which Believers are brought by their Regeneration in Christ.
Therefore by the old Man, must needs be meant the natural State of Man, wherein he is without the Saving Enjoyment of christ, which is called Old, Because of the new State to which Believers Are brought by their Regeneration in christ.
and that the old Man must be put off, as orucified with Christ, before we can be freed from the Practice of Sin, Rom. 6.6, 7. And therefore we cannot lead a new Life,
and that the old Man must be put off, as orucified with christ, before we can be freed from the Practice of since, Rom. 6.6, 7. And Therefore we cannot led a new Life,
And can we imagine that a Man should be able to prevail against Sin, while God is against him and curseth him? Another Property inseparable from the former, is an evil Conscience, which denounceth the Wrath of God against us for Sin,
And can we imagine that a Man should be able to prevail against since, while God is against him and Curseth him? another Property inseparable from the former, is an evil Conscience, which Denounceth the Wrath of God against us for since,
and the law of sin in our members that powerfully subdueth and captivateth us to the service of sin, Rom, 7.20, 23. It hath a fixed Propensity to lust against the Law without any Deliberation,
and the law of since in our members that powerfully subdueth and captivateth us to the service of since, Rom, 7.20, 23. It hath a fixed Propensity to lust against the Law without any Deliberation,
when their Minds and Will it self is enslaved to Sin. A fourth Property is Subjection to the power of the Devil, who is the God of this world, that hath blinded the minds of all that believe not, 2. Cor. 4.4.
when their Minds and Will it self is enslaved to Sin. A fourth Property is Subjection to the power of the devil, who is the God of this world, that hath blinded the minds of all that believe not, 2. Cor. 4.4.
And from all these Properties we may well conclude that it hath the Property never to be good, to be stark dead in Sin, Ephes. 2.1. according to the Sentence denounced against the first Sin of Mankind in Adam, in the day that thou eatest thereof thou shalt surely die, Gen. 2.17.
And from all these Properties we may well conclude that it hath the Property never to be good, to be stark dead in since, Ephesians 2.1. according to the Sentence denounced against the First since of Mankind in Adam, in the day that thou Eatest thereof thou shalt surely die, Gen. 2.17.
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because there is no Strength in him to be stirred up, Rom. 5.6. Tho' you do all that lieth in you to the utmost, while you are in this Flesh you can do nothing but sin;
Because there is no Strength in him to be stirred up, Rom. 5.6. Though you do all that lies in you to the utmost, while you Are in this Flesh you can do nothing but since;
for there is no good lying in you, as the Apostle Paul sheweth by his own Experience, I know that in me, (that is in my flesh) dwelleth no good thing, Rom. 7.18.
for there is no good lying in you, as the Apostle Paul shows by his own Experience, I know that in me, (that is in my Flesh) dwells no good thing, Rom. 7.18.
He aimed to advance us to a new State more excellent than the State of Nature ever was, by Union and Fellowship with himself, that we might live to God, not by the Power of a natural Free-will,
He aimed to advance us to a new State more excellent than the State of Nature ever was, by union and Fellowship with himself, that we might live to God, not by the Power of a natural Freewill,
After God had promised Salvation by Christ, the Seed of the Woman, he placed Cherubims and a flaming Sword to keep Man out of Paradice, thereby teaching.
After God had promised Salvation by christ, the Seed of the Woman, he placed Cherubims and a flaming Sword to keep Man out of Paradise, thereby teaching.
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and therefore to be abolished and destroyed out of us by virtue of his Death, Rom. 6.6. It is like the part of a Garment infected with the Plague of Leprosie, which was to be rent off as incurable, that the Garment might be clean, Levit. 13.56. If Christ be not in us we are reprobates, 2 Cor. 13.5.
and Therefore to be abolished and destroyed out of us by virtue of his Death, Rom. 6.6. It is like the part of a Garment infected with the Plague of Leprosy, which was to be rend off as incurable, that the Garment might be clean, Levit. 13.56. If christ be not in us we Are Reprobates, 2 Cor. 13.5.
nor render them excusable for their Sins, at the Tribunal of God's Justice. For God hath made man upright, but they sought many inventions, Eccles. 7.29. Observe well the Words of this Text, and you will find that all they who have sought out many Inventions rather than upright walking, are comprehended in Man that was at first made upright.
nor render them excusable for their Sins, At the Tribunal of God's justice. For God hath made man upright, but they sought many Inventions, Eccles. 7.29. Observe well the Words of this Text, and you will find that all they who have sought out many Inventions rather than upright walking, Are comprehended in Man that was At First made upright.
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and in that pure Nature our Obligation to Obedience was first laid upon us, and the first wilful Transgression, whereby our first Parents bereaved themselves of the Image of God,
and in that pure Nature our Obligation to obedience was First laid upon us, and the First wilful Transgression, whereby our First Parents bereft themselves of the Image of God,
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Because all Mankind were in Adam 's Loins, when the first Sin was committed, even as Levi may be said to have paid Tithes in Abraham before he was born,
Because all Mankind were in Adam is Loins, when the First since was committed, even as Levi may be said to have paid Tithes in Abraham before he was born,
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because when his Father Abraham paid Tithes to Melchizedeck, he was yet in his Loins, Heb. 7.9, 10. That Promise of God that he will not charge the Iniquities of Parents upon their Children, is a Promise belonging to the New Covenant confirmed in the Blood of Christ,
Because when his Father Abraham paid Tithes to Melchizedeck, he was yet in his Loins, Hebrew 7.9, 10. That Promise of God that he will not charge the Iniquities of Parents upon their Children, is a Promise belonging to the New Covenant confirmed in the Blood of christ,
so that we cannot justly claim the Benefit of it in our old natural State, Jer. 31.29, 30, 31. & 2 Cor. 1.20. Those that account their Impotency a sufficient Plea to excuse them or others, shew that they were never truly humbled for that great wilful Transgression of all Mankind in the Loins of Adam. Inability to pay Debts excuseth not a Debtor that hath lavished away his Estate;
so that we cannot justly claim the Benefit of it in our old natural State, Jer. 31.29, 30, 31. & 2 Cor. 1.20. Those that account their Impotency a sufficient Plea to excuse them or Others, show that they were never truly humbled for that great wilful Transgression of all Mankind in the Loins of Adam. Inability to pay Debts excuseth not a Debtor that hath lavished away his Estate;
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neither doth Drunkenness excuse the mad Actings of a Drunkard, but rather aggravates his Sin. And our Impotency consisteth not in a meer want of an executive Power, but in the want of a willing Mind to practice true Holiness and Righteousness.
neither does drunkenness excuse the mad Actings of a Drunkard, but rather aggravates his Sin. And our Impotency Consisteth not in a mere want of an executive Power, but in the want of a willing Mind to practice true Holiness and Righteousness.
And will in the mean time accept their ready Mind, though they fall short in Performance, 2 Cor. 8.12. How abominable then and filthy is man that drinketh up iniquity us water, Job. 15.16. That cannot practise Holiness, because he will not.
And will in the mean time accept their ready Mind, though they fallen short in Performance, 2 Cor. 8.12. How abominable then and filthy is man that Drinketh up iniquity us water, Job. 15.16. That cannot practise Holiness, Because he will not.
And though they cannot perform those Duties by their natural Strength, yet the Gospel is made effectual for their Conversion and Salvation, by the Power of the Holy Ghost, which accompanieth the Preaching of it, to quicken those that are dead in Sin,
And though they cannot perform those Duties by their natural Strength, yet the Gospel is made effectual for their Conversion and Salvation, by the Power of the Holy Ghost, which accompanieth the Preaching of it, to quicken those that Are dead in since,
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The Gospel cometh to the Elect of God, not only in word, but also in power and in the Holy Ghost, and in such Assurance, that they receive it with joy of the Holy Ghost, 1 Thess. 5.6. The Gospel is the ministration of the Spirit that giveth life, 2. Cor. 3.6, 8. It is mighty through God, 2 Cor. 10.4. It dependeth not at all upon the Power of our Free-will to make it successful for our Conversion;
The Gospel comes to the Elect of God, not only in word, but also in power and in the Holy Ghost, and in such Assurance, that they receive it with joy of the Holy Ghost, 1 Thess 5.6. The Gospel is the ministration of the Spirit that gives life, 2. Cor. 3.6, 8. It is mighty through God, 2 Cor. 10.4. It dependeth not At all upon the Power of our Freewill to make it successful for our Conversion;
but it conveyeth into the Soul that Life and Power, whereby they receive and obey it, Christ can make those that are dead in Sin to hear his voice and live, John 5.25.
but it conveyeth into the Soul that Life and Power, whereby they receive and obey it, christ can make those that Are dead in since to hear his voice and live, John 5.25.
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as well as he could say to dead Carcases, Tabitha cumi, Mark 5.41. Lazarus come forth, John 11, 43, 44. And to the Sick of the Palsie, Arise, take up thy bed and go unto thine house, Matth. 9.6. Ninthly, There is no reason that the Examples of Heathen Philosophers or any Jews or Christians by outward Profession, that have lived without the saving Knowledge of God in Christ, should move us by their wise Sayings and renouned Attainments in the Practice of Devotion and Morality, to recede from this Truth that hath been so fully confirmed out of the holy Scriptures.
as well as he could say to dead Carcases, Tabitha Cumi, Mark 5.41. Lazarus come forth, John 11, 43, 44. And to the Sick of the Palsy, Arise, take up thy Bed and go unto thine house, Matthew 9.6. Ninthly, There is no reason that the Examples of Heathen Philosophers or any jews or Christians by outward Profession, that have lived without the Saving Knowledge of God in christ, should move us by their wise Sayings and renowned Attainments in the Practice of Devotion and Morality, to recede from this Truth that hath been so Fully confirmed out of the holy Scriptures.
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Multitude of the Jews in his time, that were zealous of the Law, and had the Instruction of the holy Scriptures, attained as near to that true Holiness,
Multitude of the jews in his time, that were zealous of the Law, and had the Instruction of the holy Scriptures, attained as near to that true Holiness,
And none of the great Multitude of Jews that followed after the Law of Righteousness did ever attain unto it, while they sought it not by faith in Christ, Rom. 9.31, 32. What Performances are greater in outward Appearance than for a Man to give all his goods to the poor,
And none of the great Multitude of jews that followed After the Law of Righteousness did ever attain unto it, while they sought it not by faith in christ, Rom. 9.31, 32. What Performances Are greater in outward Appearance than for a Man to give all his goods to the poor,
and to give his body to be burnt, and yet the Scripture alloweth us to suppose that this may be done without true Charity, and therefore without any true holiness of the heart and life, 1 Cor. 13.3.
and to give his body to be burned, and yet the Scripture alloweth us to suppose that this may be done without true Charity, and Therefore without any true holiness of the heart and life, 1 Cor. 13.3.
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but also to labour with great earnestness to avoid all known Sin, to subdue their Lusts, to perform universal Obedience to God in all known Duties,
but also to labour with great earnestness to avoid all known since, to subdue their Lustiest, to perform universal obedience to God in all known Duties,
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and to serve him with their Lives and Estates to the utmost, and to extort out of their Hearts some kind of Love to God and Godliness, that if possible they may escape the terrible Torments of Hell,
and to serve him with their Lives and Estates to the utmost, and to extort out of their Hearts Some kind of Love to God and Godliness, that if possible they may escape the terrible Torments of Hell,
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or for the least abstaining from the grossest Sin. If God should leave Men fully to their own natural Corruptions and to the Power of Satan (as they deserve) all Shew of Religion and Morality would be quickly banished out of the World,
or for the least abstaining from the Grossest Sin. If God should leave Men Fully to their own natural Corruptions and to the Power of Satan (as they deserve) all Show of Religion and Morality would be quickly banished out of the World,
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But God that can restrain the Burning of the siery Furnace without quenching it, and the flowing of Water without changing its nature, doth also restrain the working of natural Corruption without mortifying it,
But God that can restrain the Burning of the siery Furnace without quenching it, and the flowing of Water without changing its nature, does also restrain the working of natural Corruption without mortifying it,
and Rewards in this Life, Magistrates, humane Laws, Labour for Necessaries, Food and Raiment, and those Gospel means, that are effectual for Sanctification, serve also for Restraint of Sin. God hath gracious ends in this Restraint of Sin, that his Church may be preserved,
and Rewards in this Life, Magistrates, humane Laws, Labour for Necessaries, Food and Raiment, and those Gospel means, that Are effectual for Sanctification, serve also for Restraint of Sin. God hath gracious ends in this Restraint of since, that his Church may be preserved,
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and that such of them that are chosen, may in due time be converted, and that those of them that are not truly converted may enjoy more of the Goodness of God here,
and that such of them that Are chosen, may in due time be converted, and that those of them that Are not truly converted may enjoy more of the goodness of God Here,
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Those that endeavour to perform sincere Obedience to all the Commands of Christ, as the Condition whereby they are to procure for themselves a Right and Title to Salvation,
Those that endeavour to perform sincere obedience to all the Commands of christ, as the Condition whereby they Are to procure for themselves a Right and Title to Salvation,
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The worst of Men that have any Sense of Religion are prone to imagine, that the sure way to establish the Practice of Holiness and Righteousness, is to make it the Procuring Condition of the Favour of God, and all Happiness.
The worst of Men that have any Sense of Religion Are prove to imagine, that the sure Way to establish the Practice of Holiness and Righteousness, is to make it the Procuring Condition of the Favour of God, and all Happiness.
In this way the Heathens were brought to their best Devotion and Morality, by the knowledge of the Judgment of God, that those that violate several of the great Duties to God and their Neighbour are worthy of Death;
In this Way the heathens were brought to their best Devotion and Morality, by the knowledge of the Judgement of God, that those that violate several of the great Duties to God and their Neighbour Are worthy of Death;
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& 2.14, 15. Our Consciences are informed by the common Light of Natural Reason, that it is just with God to require us to perform these Duties, that we may avoid his Wrath, and enjoy his Favour;
& 2.14, 15. Our Consciences Are informed by the Common Light of Natural Reason, that it is just with God to require us to perform these Duties, that we may avoid his Wrath, and enjoy his Favour;
Yet because our own Consciences testifie, that we often fail in the performance of these Duties, we are enclined by Self-Love to perswade our selves, that our sincere Endeavours to do the best we can, shall be sufficient to procure the Favour of God,
Yet Because our own Consciences testify, that we often fail in the performance of these Duties, we Are inclined by Self-Love to persuade our selves, that our sincere Endeavours to do the best we can, shall be sufficient to procure the Favour of God,
and Pardon for all our Failings. Thus we see, that the Perswasion of Salvation, by the Condition of sincere Obedience, hath its original from our corrupt Natural Reason,
and Pardon for all our Failings. Thus we see, that the Persuasion of Salvation, by the Condition of sincere obedience, hath its original from our corrupt Natural Reason,
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for they are spiritually discerned, 1 Cor. 2.6, 7, 9, 14. It is none of the foolishness of Preaching, whereby it pleased God to save them that believe, 1 Cor. 10.21.
for they Are spiritually discerned, 1 Cor. 2.6, 7, 9, 14. It is none of the foolishness of Preaching, whereby it pleased God to save them that believe, 1 Cor. 10.21.
The only means that they can take to bring themselves to it, is to stir up themselves to an Hypocritical Practice in their old natural way, that they may avoid Hell and get Heaven by their Works.
The only means that they can take to bring themselves to it, is to stir up themselves to an Hypocritical Practice in their old natural Way, that they may avoid Hell and get Heaven by their Works.
And their own Consciences witness, that the Zeal and Love that they have for God and Godliness, their Self-denial, Sorrow for Sin, strictness of Life, are in a manner forced and extorted from them by slavish Fear and mercenary Hope;
And their own Consciences witness, that the Zeal and Love that they have for God and Godliness, their Self-denial, Sorrow for since, strictness of Life, Are in a manner forced and extorted from them by slavish fear and mercenary Hope;
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so that they are afraid, that if they should trust on Christ, for Salvation by Free-Grace without Works, the fire of their Zeal and Devotion would be quickly extinguished,
so that they Are afraid, that if they should trust on christ, for Salvation by Free-Grace without Works, the fire of their Zeal and Devotion would be quickly extinguished,
It hath been farther observed, that some that have contended much for Salvation by Free-Grace, without any Condition of Works, have fallen into Antinomian Opinions and licentious Practices.
It hath been farther observed, that Some that have contended much for Salvation by Free-Grace, without any Condition of Works, have fallen into Antinomian Opinions and licentious Practices.
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The Experience of these things hath much prevailed with some learned and zealous men of late amongst our selves, to recede from the Doctrine of Justification by Faith, without Works, formerly professed unanimously,
The Experience of these things hath much prevailed with Some learned and zealous men of late among our selves, to recede from the Doctrine of Justification by Faith, without Works, formerly professed unanimously,
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And they have endeavoured to new-model the Protestant Doctrine, and to interpret the holy Scriptures in a way agreeable and subservient to this their only sure Foundation of Holiness.
And they have endeavoured to new-model the Protestant Doctrine, and to interpret the holy Scriptures in a Way agreeable and subservient to this their only sure Foundation of Holiness.
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and hath since prevailed to set up and maintain Popery, whereby the Mystery of Iniquity worketh apace in these days, to corrupt the Purity of the Gospel amongst the Protestants,
and hath since prevailed to Set up and maintain Popery, whereby the Mystery of Iniquity works apace in these days, to corrupt the Purity of the Gospel among the Protestants,
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Though the maintainers of it would have us believe, that it is the only way of the Gospel, that so we may not doubt of its Power and Efficacy for our Justification, Sanctification, and our whole Salvation.
Though the maintainers of it would have us believe, that it is the only Way of the Gospel, that so we may not doubt of its Power and Efficacy for our Justification, Sanctification, and our Whole Salvation.
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And they plead not for doing of Duties, as obliged thereunto by the Authority of the Law given of God by Moses, but only in obedience to the Commands of Christ in the Gospel.
And they plead not for doing of Duties, as obliged thereunto by the authority of the Law given of God by Moses, but only in Obedience to the Commands of christ in the Gospel.
First, All that seek Salvation by the sincere performance of good Works, as the procuring Condition, are condemned by the Apostle Paul, for seeking Righteousness by the Works of the Law,
First, All that seek Salvation by the sincere performance of good Works, as the procuring Condition, Are condemned by the Apostle Paul, for seeking Righteousness by the Works of the Law,
The Jews and Judaizing Christians, against whom the Apostle chiefly disputeth in this whole Controversie, did not profess any hope of being justified by perfect Obedience, according to the rigour of the Law,
The jews and Judaizing Christians, against whom the Apostle chiefly disputeth in this Whole Controversy, did not profess any hope of being justified by perfect obedience, according to the rigour of the Law,
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The Jewish Religion bound all that professed it, to acknowledge themselves to be Sinners, as appeareth by their anniversary Humiliation at the day of atonement,
The Jewish Religion bound all that professed it, to acknowledge themselves to be Sinners, as appears by their anniversary Humiliation At the day of atonement,
and several other Rights of the Law, and many clear Testimonies in the Oracles of God, that were committed to them, Psal. 143.2. Prov. 10.9. Eccles. 7.20.
and several other Rights of the Law, and many clear Testimonies in the Oracles of God, that were committed to them, Psalm 143.2. Curae 10.9. Eccles. 7.20.
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So that if the Apostle had disputed against those that held only perfect Obedience to be the Condition of Justification, he had contended with his own shadow.
So that if the Apostle had disputed against those that held only perfect obedience to be the Condition of Justification, he had contended with his own shadow.
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Neither doth the Apostle condemn them meerly for accounting sincere Obedience to the Law as given by Moses, to be the Condition of their Justification,
Neither does the Apostle condemn them merely for accounting sincere obedience to the Law as given by Moses, to be the Condition of their Justification,
though he performed sincere Obedience, and was as much bound to obey the Law given by Moses, as we are to obey any Commands of Christ in the Gospel, Rom. 4.2, 3, 5, 6. Neither doth he condemn them for seeking their Salvation only by Works, without respecting at all the Grace and Salvation that is by Christ;
though he performed sincere obedience, and was as much bound to obey the Law given by Moses, as we Are to obey any Commands of christ in the Gospel, Rom. 4.2, 3, 5, 6. Neither does he condemn them for seeking their Salvation only by Works, without respecting At all the Grace and Salvation that is by christ;
for the Judaizing Galatians were yet Professors of the Grace and Salvation of Christ, though they thought Obedience to the Law a necessary Condition for the partaking of it,
for the Judaizing Galatians were yet Professors of the Grace and Salvation of christ, though they Thought obedience to the Law a necessary Condition for the partaking of it,
And doubtless they accounted themselves obliged thereunto, not only by the Authority of Moses, but of Christ also, whom they owned as their Lord and Saviour.
And doubtless they accounted themselves obliged thereunto, not only by the authority of Moses, but of christ also, whom they owned as their Lord and Saviour.
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And other Jews sought Justification not only by their sincere Works, but also by trusting on the Promise made to Abraham, and on their Priesthood and Sacrifices, which were Types of Christ.
And other jews sought Justification not only by their sincere Works, but also by trusting on the Promise made to Abraham, and on their Priesthood and Sacrifices, which were Types of christ.
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for they accounted, that their sincere Obedience was wrought in them by believing the Word of God, which contained Gospel as well as legal Doctrin in it;
for they accounted, that their sincere obedience was wrought in them by believing the Word of God, which contained Gospel as well as Legal Doctrine in it;
Let the Assertors of the Condition of sincere Obedience learn from hence, that they are building again that Judaism which the Apostle Paul destroyed, whereby the Jews stumbled at Christ, Rom. 9.32.
Let the Assertors of the Condition of sincere obedience Learn from hence, that they Are building again that Judaism which the Apostle Paul destroyed, whereby the jews stumbled At christ, Rom. 9.32.
And the Galatians were in danger of falling from Christ and Grace, Gal. 5.2, 4. And let them beware of falling under that Curse which he hath denounced on this very occasion, against any Man or Angel, that shall preach any other Gospel than that which he hath preached, Gal. 1.8, 9. Secondly, The difference betwixt the Law and Gospel doth not at all consist in this, that the one requireth perfect doing, the other only sincere doing;
And the Galatians were in danger of falling from christ and Grace, Gal. 5.2, 4. And let them beware of falling under that Curse which he hath denounced on this very occasion, against any Man or Angel, that shall preach any other Gospel than that which he hath preached, Gal. 1.8, 9. Secondly, The difference betwixt the Law and Gospel does not At all consist in this, that the one requires perfect doing, the other only sincere doing;
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Their terms are different not only in degree, but in their whole nature. The Apostle Paul opposeth the Believing required in the Gospel to all doing for Life,
Their terms Are different not only in degree, but in their Whole nature. The Apostle Paul Opposeth the Believing required in the Gospel to all doing for Life,
as the Condition proper to the Law, Gal. 3.12. The Law is not of Faith, but the man that doth them shall live in them. Rom. 4.5. To him that worketh not, but believeth on him that justifieth the ungodly, his Faith is counted for righteousness.
as the Condition proper to the Law, Gal. 3.12. The Law is not of Faith, but the man that does them shall live in them. Rom. 4.5. To him that works not, but Believeth on him that Justifieth the ungodly, his Faith is counted for righteousness.
for the Law is a compleat Declaration of the only Terms whereby God will judge all that are not brought to despair of procuring Salvation by any of their own Works,
for the Law is a complete Declaration of the only Terms whereby God will judge all that Are not brought to despair of procuring Salvation by any of their own Works,
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Some Assertors of the Condition of Salvation by sincere Obedience to the Commands of Christ, would fain be free from the authority of the Law of Moses, because that justifieth none,
some Assertors of the Condition of Salvation by sincere obedience to the Commands of christ, would fain be free from the Authority of the Law of Moses, Because that Justifieth none,
but thundereth out a Curse against all those that seek Salvation by the Works of it, Gal. 3.10, 11. But if they were at all justified by sincere Works, their respect to Moses 's Authority would not hinder their Success,
but Thundereth out a Curse against all those that seek Salvation by the Works of it, Gal. 3.10, 11. But if they were At all justified by sincere Works, their respect to Moses is authority would not hinder their Success,
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and if they had sought Justification by any Works, they would have sought it by those Acts 20: 20, 21. They knew not of any Justification by sincere Works,
and if they had sought Justification by any Works, they would have sought it by those Acts 20: 20, 21. They knew not of any Justification by sincere Works,
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but whosoever shall do and teach them, the same shall be called great in the Kingdom of Heaven, Mat. 5.17, 19. He commandeth us, to do to men whatsoever we would they should do to us, because this is the Law and the Prophets;
but whosoever shall do and teach them, the same shall be called great in the Kingdom of Heaven, Mathew 5.17, 19. He commands us, to do to men whatsoever we would they should do to us, Because this is the Law and the prophets;
And to come to the point in hand, when Christ had occasion to answer the Questions of those that were guilty of the same Error that I am now dealing with, in seeking their Salvation by their own Works, He shewed them, that they must obey the Commands as they were already established by the Mosaical Authority in the Scripture of the Old Testament.
And to come to the point in hand, when christ had occasion to answer the Questions of those that were guilty of the same Error that I am now dealing with, in seeking their Salvation by their own Works, He showed them, that they must obey the Commands as they were already established by the Mosaical authority in the Scripture of the Old Testament.
If thou wilt enter into life, keep the Commandments, which are, Thou shalt do no Murder, Thou shalt not commit Adultery, &c. In like manner the Apostles of Christ urged the performance of moral Duties upon Believers, by the authority of the Law given by Moses. The Apostle Paul exhorteth to love one another, because He that loveth another hath fulfilled the Law, Rom. 13.8. and to honour our Father and Mother, which is the first Commandment with Promise, Ephes. 6.2. The Apostle John exhorteth to love others as no new, but an old Commandment.
If thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments, which Are, Thou shalt do no Murder, Thou shalt not commit Adultery, etc. In like manner the Apostles of christ urged the performance of moral Duties upon Believers, by the Authority of the Law given by Moses. The Apostle Paul exhorteth to love one Another, Because He that loves Another hath fulfilled the Law, Rom. 13.8. and to honour our Father and Mother, which is the First Commandment with Promise, Ephesians 6.2. The Apostle John exhorteth to love Others as no new, but an old Commandment.
The Apostle James exhorteth to fulfill the royal law according to the Scripture, Thou shalt love thy Neighbour as thy self, and to keep all the Commands of the Law, one as well as another,
The Apostle James exhorteth to fulfil the royal law according to the Scripture, Thou shalt love thy Neighbour as thy self, and to keep all the Commands of the Law, one as well as Another,
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because He that said, Do not commit Adultery, said also Do not kill, Jam. 2.8, 10, 11. Sound Protestants have accounted the denial of the Authority of the moral Law of Moses to be an Antinomian Error;
Because He that said, Do not commit Adultery, said also Do not kill, Jam. 2.8, 10, 11. Found Protestants have accounted the denial of the authority of the moral Law of Moses to be an Antinomian Error;
tho' our late Prevaricators against Antinomianism maintain this Error, yet they establish a worse Error of Justification by their sincere Gospel-works.
though our late Prevaricators against Antinomianism maintain this Error, yet they establish a Worse Error of Justification by their sincere Gospel works.
The Law of Moses had its Authority at first from Christ, for Christ was the Lord God of Israel, that ordained the Law by Angels on Mount Sinai, in the hand of Moses a Mediator for the Israelites, who were then his only Church,
The Law of Moses had its authority At First from christ, for christ was the Lord God of Israel, that ordained the Law by Angels on Mount Sinai, in the hand of Moses a Mediator for the Israelites, who were then his only Church,
yet he hath not anulled the obligative Authority of the moral Law, but hath left it in its full force, to oblige us in moral Duties, that are still to be practised;
yet he hath not annulled the obligative authority of the moral Law, but hath left it in its full force, to oblige us in moral Duties, that Are still to be practised;
I know they object, that the Ten Commandments of the Moral Law, the Ministration of Death, written and engraven on Stones, are also done away by Christ, 2 Cor. 3.7.
I know they Object, that the Ten commandments of the Moral Law, the Ministration of Death, written and engraven on Stones, Are also done away by christ, 2 Cor. 3.7.
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and a Curse to the Breakers of them, Gal. 3.10, 12. The Covenant made with Israel on Mount Sinai, is abolished by Christ the Mediator of the new Covenant, Heb. 8.8, 9, 13. And the Ten Commandments bind us not as they were words of that Covenant, Exod. 34.28. I mean, they bind us not as Conditions of that Covenant, except we seek to be justified by Works;
and a Curse to the Breakers of them, Gal. 3.10, 12. The Covenant made with Israel on Mount Sinai, is abolished by christ the Mediator of the new Covenant, Hebrew 8.8, 9, 13. And the Ten commandments bind us not as they were words of that Covenant, Exod 34.28. I mean, they bind us not as Conditions of that Covenant, except we seek to be justified by Works;
for the Law, as a Covenant, doth still stand in force enough to curse those that seek Salvation by their own Works, Gal. 3.10. and if abolished, it is only to those that are in Christ by Faith, Gal. 2.19, 20. & 15.15.
for the Law, as a Covenant, does still stand in force enough to curse those that seek Salvation by their own Works, Gal. 3.10. and if abolished, it is only to those that Are in christ by Faith, Gal. 2.19, 20. & 15.15.
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But the Ten Commandments bind us still, as they were then given to a People that were at that time under the Covenant of Grace made with Abraham, to shew them what Duties are holy, just,
But the Ten commandments bind us still, as they were then given to a People that were At that time under the Covenant of Grace made with Abraham, to show them what Duties Are holy, just,
And it will be our Wisdom not to part with the Authority of the Decalogue of Moses, until our new Divines can furnish us with another System of Morality as compleat as that,
And it will be our Wisdom not to part with the authority of the Decalogue of Moses, until our new Divines can furnish us with Another System of Morality as complete as that,
4ly, Those that endeavour to procure Christ's Salvation by their sincere Obedience to all the Commands of Christ, do act contrary to that way of Salvation by Christ's Free-grace,
4ly, Those that endeavour to procure Christ's Salvation by their sincere obedience to all the Commands of christ, do act contrary to that Way of Salvation by Christ's Free grace,
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and Faith discovered in the Gospel, though they own it in Profession never so highly. They act contrary to the way of Salvation by Christ, for they would heal themselves,
and Faith discovered in the Gospel, though they own it in Profession never so highly. They act contrary to the Way of Salvation by christ, for they would heal themselves,
and save themselves from the Power and Pollution of Sin, and prooure God's Favour by performing sincere Obedience before they are come to Christ the only Physician and Saviour.
and save themselves from the Power and Pollution of since, and prooure God's Favour by performing sincere obedience before they Are come to christ the only physician and Saviour.
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They lay their own Obedience lowest in the Foundation of their Salvation, and build the Enjoyment of Christ upon it, who ought to be the only Foundation.
They lay their own obedience lowest in the Foundation of their Salvation, and built the Enjoyment of christ upon it, who ought to be the only Foundation.
They would sanctifie themselves before they have a sure Interest in Christ, and going about to establish their own Righteousness, they do not submit themselves to the Righteousness of God in Christ, Rom. 10.3,4.
They would sanctify themselves before they have a sure Interest in christ, and going about to establish their own Righteousness, they do not submit themselves to the Righteousness of God in christ, Rom. 10.3,4.
Sometimes they will call the Righteousness of Christ, their Legal Righteousness, that they may make room for an Evangelical Righteousness of their own Works, to be the immediate procuring cause of their Justification by Christ,
Sometime they will call the Righteousness of christ, their Legal Righteousness, that they may make room for an Evangelical Righteousness of their own Works, to be the immediate procuring cause of their Justification by christ,
whereas the Apostle Paul knew no Evangelical Righteousness, but that of Christ, which he calleth the righteousness of faith without the law, Rom. 3.21, 22. and not of the law, Phil. 3.9.
whereas the Apostle Paul knew not Evangelical Righteousness, but that of christ, which he calls the righteousness of faith without the law, Rom. 3.21, 22. and not of the law, Philip 3.9.
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while they would be justified by the Law, Gal. 5.2, 4. If we would be saved by Christ, we must own our selves dead, lost Sinners, that can have no Righteousness for Justification but his, no life or ability to do Good until God bring us to Union and Fellowship with him.
while they would be justified by the Law, Gal. 5.2, 4. If we would be saved by christ, we must own our selves dead, lost Sinners, that can have no Righteousness for Justification but his, no life or ability to do Good until God bring us to union and Fellowship with him.
For we are not saved by Grace, as the supreme Cause of Salvation by the Intervention of Works given and accepted by Grace as the procuring Cause, in which sence we might be saved by Grace,
For we Are not saved by Grace, as the supreme Cause of Salvation by the Intervention of Works given and accepted by Grace as the procuring Cause, in which sense we might be saved by Grace,
As a Servant that hath Monies given him by his Master to purchase an Annuity of his Master at a low rate, may profess that he had an Annuity, given him freely,
As a Servant that hath Monies given him by his Master to purchase an Annuity of his Master At a low rate, may profess that he had an Annuity, given him freely,
But we are saved by Grace, as the immediate and complete cause of our whole Salvation, excluding procurement of our Salvation by the condition of Works and claiming it by any Law as a due Debt.
But we Are saved by Grace, as the immediate and complete cause of our Whole Salvation, excluding procurement of our Salvation by the condition of Works and claiming it by any Law as a due Debt.
So also there is an Opposition betwixt a Reward reckoned of grace, and of debt, Rom. 4.4. Betwixt a Promise of Happiness by the law and by grace, Rom. 4.13.16. God is so jealous of the Glory of his Free-grace, that he will not save us by any Works though of his own working in us, lest any man should boast, Ephes. 2.9.
So also there is an Opposition betwixt a Reward reckoned of grace, and of debt, Rom. 4.4. Betwixt a Promise of Happiness by the law and by grace, Rom. 4.13.16. God is so jealous of the Glory of his Free grace, that he will not save us by any Works though of his own working in us, lest any man should boast, Ephesians 2.9.
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He knoweth that when he healeth Men by Physick or maintaineth them by the Labour of their hands, they are prone to attribute the Glory, rather to the means they use,
He Knoweth that when he heals Men by Physic or maintaineth them by the Labour of their hands, they Are prove to attribute the Glory, rather to the means they use,
For, as I have shewed already, the Faith which is required for our Salvation in the Gospel is to be understood in a sense contrary to doing good Works,
For, as I have showed already, the Faith which is required for our Salvation in the Gospel is to be understood in a sense contrary to doing good Works,
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Much more might be said for the Confutation of this novel Doctrine, but if this one thing be well proved it may be sufficient to make the zealous Contrivers of it to be ashamed of their Crast,
Much more might be said for the Confutation of this novel Doctrine, but if this one thing be well proved it may be sufficient to make the zealous Contrivers of it to be ashamed of their Crust,
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and angry with themselves, and sorry that they have taken so much Pains and stretched their Wits to maintain such an unprofitable unsanctifying Opinion.
and angry with themselves, and sorry that they have taken so much Pains and stretched their Wits to maintain such an unprofitable unsanctifying Opinion.
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It will be sufficient for the Proof of it, if I shew, that the practice of true holiness cannot possibly be attain'd unto by seeking to be saved by the Works of the Law,
It will be sufficient for the Proof of it, if I show, that the practice of true holiness cannot possibly be attained unto by seeking to be saved by the Works of the Law,
Yet because those Assertors of the Condition of sincere Obedience, will hardly be perswaded by what hath been said, that it is the way of the Law of Works.
Yet Because those Assertors of the Condition of sincere obedience, will hardly be persuaded by what hath been said, that it is the Way of the Law of Works.
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I shall for their more full Conviction sufficiently manifest, that it is of no other nature and operation than any other Doctrine that is proper to the Law,
I shall for their more full Conviction sufficiently manifest, that it is of no other nature and operation than any other Doctrine that is proper to the Law,
and hath no better Fruit, as I proceed to prove by the following Arguments, that holiness cannot be attained by seeking it by the Law of Works, that so it may appear not worthy to be called Gospel Doctrine.
and hath no better Fruit, as I proceed to prove by the following Arguments, that holiness cannot be attained by seeking it by the Law of Works, that so it may appear not worthy to be called Gospel Doctrine.
First, The way of Salvation by the Works of the Law is contrary and destructive to those necessary means of an holy Practice, that have been laid down in the foregoing Directions,
First, The Way of Salvation by the Works of the Law is contrary and destructive to those necessary means of an holy Practice, that have been laid down in the foregoing Directions,
I have made it appear, that a hearty Propensity to an holy Practice cannot be attained without some good Perswasion of our Reconciliation with God by Justification,
I have made it appear, that a hearty Propensity to an holy Practice cannot be attained without Some good Persuasion of our Reconciliation with God by Justification,
and we shall quickly find it to be a chip of the same block, with the former legal way of Salvation in the same manner destructive to the means of Holiness, and to Holiness it self.
and we shall quickly find it to be a chip of the same block, with the former Legal Way of Salvation in the same manner destructive to the means of Holiness, and to Holiness it self.
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It requireth of us the Performance of sincere Obedience before we have the means necessary to produce it, by making it antecedent to our Justification and Perswasion of eternal Happiness,
It requires of us the Performance of sincere obedience before we have the means necessary to produce it, by making it antecedent to our Justification and Persuasion of Eternal Happiness,
as Christ told the Legalworker after all his Labour, that yet we lack something, Mat. 10.21. That it is Presumption to take him as our own until we have performed the Condition for our Right and Title to him, which is another kind of saving Faith, otherwise called sincere Obedience.
as christ told the Legalworker After all his Labour, that yet we lack something, Mathew 10.21. That it is Presumption to take him as our own until we have performed the Condition for our Right and Title to him, which is Another kind of Saving Faith, otherwise called sincere obedience.
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By this devised conditional Faith Satan keepeth many poor Souls at a bay poreing upon their own Hearts for many years together, to find whether they have performed the Condition,
By this devised conditional Faith Satan Keepeth many poor Souls At a bay poring upon their own Hearts for many Years together, to find whither they have performed the Condition,
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yet it is enough to break the ablest Man in the World, because it debarreth him from laying hold of the only effectual means of Holiness, whereby that Pepper-corn may be obtained.
yet it is enough to break the Ablest Man in the World, Because it debarreth him from laying hold of the only effectual means of Holiness, whereby that Peppercorn may be obtained.
When the believing Galatians were seduced to a Legal way of Salvation, the Apostle Paul chargeth it upon them as their Folly, that having begun in the spirit, they would now be made perfect in the flesh, Gal. 3.3.
When the believing Galatians were seduced to a Legal Way of Salvation, the Apostle Paul charges it upon them as their Folly, that having begun in the Spirit, they would now be made perfect in the Flesh, Gal. 3.3.
And he resembleth those that desire to be under the Law, to Abraham 's Son born of Hagar the Bondwoman, to shew that such do walk as those that are born after the flesh not after the spirit, Gal. 4.19, 23, 29. The Law was first given to Adam in his pure natural State to prescribe Terms for his continuance in Happiness which he then enjoyed,
And he resembles those that desire to be under the Law, to Abraham is Son born of Hagar the Bondwoman, to show that such do walk as those that Are born After the Flesh not After the Spirit, Gal. 4.19, 23, 29. The Law was First given to Adam in his pure natural State to prescribe Terms for his Continuance in Happiness which he then enjoyed,
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and ever since that time, the Flesh or Natural-man is married to the Law, and the Law hath Dominion over a Man as long as he liveth, i. e. until he be dead to his fleshly State by the Body of Christ,
and ever since that time, the Flesh or Natural-man is married to the Law, and the Law hath Dominion over a Man as long as he lives, i. e. until he be dead to his fleshly State by the Body of christ,
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and married to him that is risen from the dead, Rom. 7.1, 4. We are not at all under the Law as a Covenant of Works according to our new State in Christ,
and married to him that is risen from the dead, Rom. 7.1, 4. We Are not At all under the Law as a Covenant of Works according to our new State in christ,
as the Apostle testifieth, Rom. 6.14. Ye are not under the law, but under grace. And Gal. 3.18. If ye be led by the spirit ye are not under the law.
as the Apostle Testifieth, Rom. 6.14. You Are not under the law, but under grace. And Gal. 3.18. If you be led by the Spirit you Are not under the law.
The Law is weak through the Flesh, that it cannot bring us to fulfil its own Righteousness, Rom. 8.3, 4. It is married to a cross piece of flesh that is Enmity to it,
The Law is weak through the Flesh, that it cannot bring us to fulfil its own Righteousness, Rom. 8.3, 4. It is married to a cross piece of Flesh that is Enmity to it,
Neither do those take a better Course that would bring themselves to Holiness by making sincere Obedience to Christ's Commands, the Condition of their Salvation.
Neither do those take a better Course that would bring themselves to Holiness by making sincere obedience to Christ's Commands, the Condition of their Salvation.
Their Eudeavours to procure an Interest in Christ by their sincere Obedience, do testifie against themselves, that they do not act as People that are in Christ,
Their Eudeavours to procure an Interest in christ by their sincere obedience, do testify against themselves, that they do not act as People that Are in christ,
If there had been a law given that could have given life, verily righteousness should have been by the law, Gal. 3.21. It doth not so much as promise us life until we have performed the Obedience required by it, The man that doth these things shall live by them, Rom. 6.5. It is well called a voice of words, Heb. 12.19. because its high and big words are not acompanied with any enlivening Power;
If there had been a law given that could have given life, verily righteousness should have been by the law, Gal. 3.21. It does not so much as promise us life until we have performed the obedience required by it, The man that does these things shall live by them, Rom. 6.5. It is well called a voice of words, Hebrew 12.19. Because its high and big words Are not accompanied with any enlivening Power;
The true Gospel is of a more benign Nature, For it promiseth that God would pour out of his spirit upon all flesh, Acts 2.17. And will put his law in our mind, and write them in our bearts, Heb. 8.10.
The true Gospel is of a more benign Nature, For it promises that God would pour out of his Spirit upon all Flesh, Acts 2.17. And will put his law in our mind, and write them in our bearts, Hebrew 8.10.
This word of God's Grace, that requireth not Holiness of us as a Condition, but promiseth it to us as a Free-gift, must needs be the only Doctrine that is able to build us up,
This word of God's Grace, that requires not Holiness of us as a Condition, but promises it to us as a Free gift, must needs be the only Doctrine that is able to built us up,
Seeing it pleaseth God to bring us to Holiness by believing a Doctrine we may reasonably expect that God should work upon us suitably to the nature of the Doctrine which we believe, that he should give by a giving Doctrine,
Seeing it Pleases God to bring us to Holiness by believing a Doctrine we may reasonably expect that God should work upon us suitably to the nature of the Doctrine which we believe, that he should give by a giving Doctrine,
though it were good for the preserving of Life before the Fall, it prescribeth the immediate Practice of Holiness to recover a Man dead in Sin. As if one should say to the sick of the Palsie, Arise up and walk, and then you shall be whole and able to walk.
though it were good for the preserving of Life before the Fallen, it prescribeth the immediate Practice of Holiness to recover a Man dead in Sin. As if one should say to the sick of the Palsy, Arise up and walk, and then you shall be Whole and able to walk.
They will enquire, How shall we have strength to perform the Duty required? If you answer that they must trust in God and Christ to help them, they may readily reply, They have no sure Ground to trust on God or Christ for any saving Grace, according to this Doctrine,
They will inquire, How shall we have strength to perform the Duty required? If you answer that they must trust in God and christ to help them, they may readily reply, They have no sure Ground to trust on God or christ for any Saving Grace, according to this Doctrine,
before they have performed this Condition, at least in a sincere Resolution of Obedience, and that they are as unable to bring their Hearts to such a Resolution,
before they have performed this Condition, At least in a sincere Resolution of obedience, and that they Are as unable to bring their Hearts to such a Resolution,
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5thly, The Law is so far from healing our sinful Corruption, that it proveth rather an Occasion of sinful motions and actings in those that seek Salvation by the Works of it.
5thly, The Law is so Far from healing our sinful Corruption, that it Proves rather an Occasion of sinful motions and actings in those that seek Salvation by the Works of it.
and that Sin taketh occasion by the Commandment, Thou shalt not covet, wrought in him all manner of Concupiscence, deceived him, flew him, became exceeding sinful,
and that since Takes occasion by the Commandment, Thou shalt not covet, wrought in him all manner of Concupiscence, deceived him, flew him, became exceeding sinful,
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Rebuking a mad Man is the way to enrage him, and such is the natural Man in spiritual things since he fell out of his right Mind by the Sin of Adam. We find by manifold Experience, that though Men be generally addicted to the Principle of Salvation by Works,
Rebuking a mad Man is the Way to enrage him, and such is the natural Man in spiritual things since he fell out of his right Mind by the since of Adam. We find by manifold Experience, that though Men be generally addicted to the Principle of Salvation by Works,
And they have prevailed generally in the World to darken the natural knowledge of moral Duties in such a Degree that there is a necessity of learning them by divine Revelation out of the Scriptures.
And they have prevailed generally in the World to darken the natural knowledge of moral Duties in such a Degree that there is a necessity of learning them by divine Revelation out of the Scriptures.
We may find how prone Legal-writers are to corrupt the Sense of the Law, that they may leave starting holes for their Corruptions, by the corrupt Glosses of the Scribes and Pharisees from which Christ did vindicate it, Matth. 5. And as far as I have observed, none more endeavour to discover the Purity and Perfection of the Law,
We may find how prove Legal-writers Are to corrupt the Sense of the Law, that they may leave starting holes for their Corruptions, by the corrupt Glosses of the Scribes and Pharisees from which christ did vindicate it, Matthew 5. And as Far as I have observed, none more endeavour to discover the Purity and Perfection of the Law,
and yet how is this Doctrine minced again and again until it be come so small, that the Substance of all true Obedience is lost, without any farther Practice of Holiness.
and yet how is this Doctrine minced again and again until it be come so small, that the Substance of all true obedience is lost, without any farther Practice of Holiness.
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We find by experience how Popery fell in several Nations in late years when the great Pillar of it, the Doctrine of Justification by Works, was overthrown by the Protestant Doctrine of Justification by Faith alone.
We find by experience how Popery fell in several nations in late Years when the great Pillar of it, the Doctrine of Justification by Works, was overthrown by the Protestant Doctrine of Justification by Faith alone.
If these Legal Zealots be forced by strong Conviction to endeavour the Practice of spiritual Duties for the quieting of their guilty Consciences, they may be brought to strive and labour earnestly,
If these Legal Zealots be forced by strong Conviction to endeavour the Practice of spiritual Duties for the quieting of their guilty Consciences, they may be brought to strive and labour earnestly,
and do shew forth their Enmity against the Law of God by inward fretting, repining and grudging at it as a grievous Task-mastertho ' a slavish Fear restrain their gross outward actings.
and do show forth their Enmity against the Law of God by inward fretting, repining and grudging At it as a grievous Task-mastertho ' a slavish fear restrain their gross outward actings.
And if once these Zealots be enlightned with the Knowledge of the Spiritual nature of the Law, to discern that God rejecteth all their slavish Service,
And if once these Zealots be enlightened with the Knowledge of the Spiritual nature of the Law, to discern that God rejecteth all their slavish Service,
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because they see they have failed in their highest attempts to perform the Condition, and then they can easily discover themselves that their Hearts swell in Anger and manifest Hatred against the Law,
Because they see they have failed in their highest attempts to perform the Condition, and then they can Easily discover themselves that their Hearts swell in Anger and manifest Hatred against the Law,
and when they are brought to this horrible Condition, if God doth not in mercy discover to them the way of Salvation by Free-grace, through Faith alone, they will endeavour if they can to sear their Consciences past feeling of Sin,
and when they Are brought to this horrible Condition, if God does not in mercy discover to them the Way of Salvation by Free grace, through Faith alone, they will endeavour if they can to sear their Consciences passed feeling of since,
or if they cannot sear their Consciences, some of them are easily prevailed over by Satan, rather to murder themselves than to live longer in the Hatred of God, the Spirit of Blasphemy and continual horror of Conscience.
or if they cannot sear their Consciences, Some of them Are Easily prevailed over by Satan, rather to murder themselves than to live longer in the Hatred of God, the Spirit of Blasphemy and continual horror of Conscience.
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This is the pestilent effect of Legal-Doctrine upon a carnal heart, that doth but rouse up and terribly enrage the sleeping Lion, our sinful Gorruption instead of killing of it,
This is the pestilent Effect of Legal-Doctrine upon a carnal heart, that does but rouse up and terribly enrage the sleeping lion, our sinful Gorruption instead of killing of it,
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Therefore the Doctrine of Salvation by sincere Obedience, that was invented against Antinomianism, may well be ranked amongst the worst Antinomian Errors.
Therefore the Doctrine of Salvation by sincere obedience, that was invented against Antinomianism, may well be ranked among the worst Antinomian Errors.
and I have found by some good Experience the Truth of the Lesson taught by the Apostle, that the way to be freed from the Mastery and Dominion of Sin, is not to be under the law, but under grace, Rom. 6.15.
and I have found by Some good Experience the Truth of the lesson taught by the Apostle, that the Way to be freed from the Mastery and Dominion of since, is not to be under the law, but under grace, Rom. 6.15.
all that Knowledge of God or his Law that before wrought for continuance of Life, was turned by that cursing Sentence the contrary way to work for his death,
all that Knowledge of God or his Law that before wrought for Continuance of Life, was turned by that cursing Sentence the contrary Way to work for his death,
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and seeing Man did not use his natural Knowledge and Wisdom aright, God is resolved to revenge the abuse of it by giving us Salvation in a way contrary to it, that seemeth foolishness to the Natural man and wholly to abolish the way of living by any of our works,
and seeing Man did not use his natural Knowledge and Wisdom aright, God is resolved to revenge the abuse of it by giving us Salvation in a Way contrary to it, that seems foolishness to the Natural man and wholly to Abolah the Way of living by any of our works,
For after that in the wisdom of God, the world by wisdom knew not God, it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe, 1 Cor. 1.19, 20, 21. Hence we may conclude, that no Truth known by the light of Nature can be an effectual Principle or Motive to work Holiness in us,
For After that in the Wisdom of God, the world by Wisdom knew not God, it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe, 1 Cor. 1.19, 20, 21. Hence we may conclude, that no Truth known by the Light of Nature can be an effectual Principle or Motive to work Holiness in us,
7thly, The end which God aimed at in giving the Law by Moses, was not that any should ever attain to Holiness or Salvation by the condition of perfect or sincere Obedience to it,
7thly, The end which God aimed At in giving the Law by Moses, was not that any should ever attain to Holiness or Salvation by the condition of perfect or sincere obedience to it,
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tho' if there had been any such way of Salvation at that time, it must have consisted in the Performance of that Law which was then given to the Church to be a Rule of Life as well as a Covenant.
though if there had been any such Way of Salvation At that time, it must have consisted in the Performance of that Law which was then given to the Church to be a Rule of Life as well as a Covenant.
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There was another Covenant made before that time with Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, a Covenant of Grace promising all Blessings freely through Christ, the promised Seed, by which only they were to be saved,
There was Another Covenant made before that time with Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, a Covenant of Grace promising all Blessings freely through christ, the promised Seed, by which only they were to be saved,
This the Apostle Paul sheweth largely, Gal. 3.15 to 24. Rom. 5.20, 21. & Rom. 10.3, 4. None of the Israelites under the Old Testament were ever saved by the Sinai - Covenant,
This the Apostle Paul shows largely, Gal. 3.15 to 24. Rom. 5.20, 21. & Rom. 10.3, 4. None of the Israelites under the Old Testament were ever saved by the Sinai - Covenant,
Some of them did indeed perform the Commandments of it sincerely, tho' imperfectly, but those were first justified and made Partakers of Life and Holiness by virtue of that better Covenant made with Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, which was the same in substance with the New-covenant or Testament, establish'd by the Blood of Christ.
some of them did indeed perform the commandments of it sincerely, though imperfectly, but those were First justified and made Partakers of Life and Holiness by virtue of that better Covenant made with Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, which was the same in substance with the New-covenant or Testament, established by the Blood of christ.
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and therefore it is now abolished, 2 Cor. 3.6, 8, 9, 11. We have cause to praise God for delivering his Church by the Blood of Christ from this Yoke of Bondage,
and Therefore it is now abolished, 2 Cor. 3.6, 8, 9, 11. We have cause to praise God for delivering his Church by the Blood of christ from this Yoke of Bondage,
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and we have cause to abhor the Device of those that would lay upon us a more grievous and terrible Yoke, by turning our very New covenant into a Covenant of sincere works,
and we have cause to abhor the Device of those that would lay upon us a more grievous and terrible Yoke, by turning our very New Covenant into a Covenant of sincere works,
WE are naturally so prone to ground our Salvation upon our own works, that if we cannot make them procuring Conditions and Causes of our Salvation by Christ,
WE Are naturally so prove to ground our Salvation upon our own works, that if we cannot make them procuring Conditions and Causes of our Salvation by christ,
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If we were to go to a Prince for a Free gist, good Manners and due Reverence would teach us to trim our selves first and to change our slovenly Clothes as Joseph did when he came out of the Dungeon into the presence of Pharaoh. It seemeth to be an impudent slighting and contemning the Justice and Holiness of God and Christ,
If we were to go to a Prince for a Free gist, good Manners and due reverence would teach us to trim our selves First and to change our slovenly Clothes as Joseph did when he Come out of the Dungeon into the presence of Pharaoh. It seems to be an impudent slighting and contemning the justice and Holiness of God and christ,
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and an insufferable affront and indignity offer'd to the divine Majesty, when any dare presume to approach into his Presence in the nasty pickle of his Sins, covered all over with putrifying Sores not at all clo'sd, boundeup or cleansed;
and an insufferable affront and indignity offered to the divine Majesty, when any Dare presume to approach into his Presence in the nasty pickle of his Sins, covered all over with Putrifying Sores not At all clo'sd, boundeup or cleansed;
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The Parable concerning the Man that was to be bound hand and foot and cast into outer Darkness for coming to the Royal Wedding without a Wedding garment, seemeth to be intended as a Warning against all such Presumption, Mat. 22.11, 13. Many that behold with terrour the abominable Filth of their own hearts are kept off from coming immediately to Christ by such Imaginations which Satan strongly maintaineth and increaseth in them by his Suggestions,
The Parable Concerning the Man that was to be bound hand and foot and cast into outer Darkness for coming to the Royal Wedding without a Wedding garment, seems to be intended as a Warning against all such Presumption, Mathew 22.11, 13. Many that behold with terror the abominable Filth of their own hearts Are kept off from coming immediately to christ by such Imaginations which Satan strongly maintaineth and increases in them by his Suggestions,
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First, This Error is pernicious to the Practice of Holiness, and to our whole Salvation, in the same manner with that treated of in the foregoing Direction,
First, This Error is pernicious to the Practice of Holiness, and to our Whole Salvation, in the same manner with that treated of in the foregoing Direction,
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whether Holiness be made a procuring Condition of our Salvation through Christ, or only a Condition necessary to qualifie us for the Reception of Christ, we are equally brought under those Legal terms of doing first the Duties required in the Law, that so we may live.
whither Holiness be made a procuring Condition of our Salvation through christ, or only a Condition necessary to qualify us for the Reception of christ, we Are equally brought under those Legal terms of doing First the Duties required in the Law, that so we may live.
as Union and Fellowship with Christ, and the Enjoyment of all his sanctifying Endowments by Faith, which should go before the Practice of Holiness, that they may enable us for it,
as union and Fellowship with christ, and the Enjoyment of all his sanctifying Endowments by Faith, which should go before the Practice of Holiness, that they may enable us for it,
and we are equally left to labour in vain for Holiness while we are in our cursed natural State, whereby our sinsul Corruption will be rather exasperated than mortified,
and we Are equally left to labour in vain for Holiness while we Are in our cursed natural State, whereby our sinsul Corruption will be rather exasperated than mortified,
Thus while we endeavour to prepare our way to Christ by holy Qualifications, we do rather fill it with stumblingblocks and deep pits, whereby our Souls are hindered from ever attaining to the Salvation of Christ.
Thus while we endeavour to prepare our Way to christ by holy Qualifications, we do rather fill it with Stumblingblocks and deep pits, whereby our Souls Are hindered from ever attaining to the Salvation of christ.
2dly, Any the least change of our hearts and lives from Sin to Holiness before our receiving of Christ and his Salvation by Faith, is not at all necessary according to the Terms of the Gospel,
2dly, Any the least change of our hearts and lives from since to Holiness before our receiving of christ and his Salvation by Faith, is not At all necessary according to the Terms of the Gospel,
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When the wicked Jaylor enquired, what he must do to be saved, Paul directed him forthwith to believe on Christ, with a Promise that in so doing he should be saved,
When the wicked Jailor inquired, what he must do to be saved, Paul directed him forthwith to believe on christ, with a Promise that in so doing he should be saved,
because they had but lately polluted themselves with the Murder of Christ himself, v. 23. Christ commands his Servants to go out quickly into the Streets and Lanes of the City and to bring in to his Feast, the poor and the maimed,
Because they had but lately polluted themselves with the Murder of christ himself, v. 23. christ commands his Servants to go out quickly into the Streets and Lanes of the city and to bring in to his Feast, the poor and the maimed,
and the halt and the blind, yea to go out into the high ways and to compel them to come in, without allowing them to tarry away until they had cleansed the sores and shifted off their filthy rags and swarms of lice.
and the halt and the blind, yea to go out into the high ways and to compel them to come in, without allowing them to tarry away until they had cleansed the sores and shifted off their filthy rags and swarms of lice.
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Christ would have us to believe on him that justifieth the ungodly, and therefore he doth not require us to be godly before we believe, Rom. 4.5. He came as a Physician for the Sick, and doth not expect that they should recover their Health in the least degree before they come to him, Mat. 9.12. The vilest Sinners are fitly prepared and qualified for this Design, which is to shew forth the exceeding riches of Grace, pardoning our sins and saving us freely, Eph. 2.5. 7. For this end the Law of Moses entered, that the offence might abound, that so where sin abounded grace might much more abound, Rom. 5.20.
christ would have us to believe on him that Justifieth the ungodly, and Therefore he does not require us to be godly before we believe, Rom. 4.5. He Come as a physician for the Sick, and does not expect that they should recover their Health in the least degree before they come to him, Mathew 9.12. The Vilest Sinners Are fitly prepared and qualified for this Design, which is to show forth the exceeding riches of Grace, pardoning our Sins and Saving us freely, Ephesians 2.5. 7. For this end the Law of Moses entered, that the offence might abound, that so where sin abounded grace might much more abound, Rom. 5.20.
but rather it is an affronting and contemning of the Saving-grace, Merit and Fulness of Christ, if we endeavour to make our selves righteous and holy before we receive Christ himself,
but rather it is an affronting and contemning of the Saving grace, Merit and Fullness of christ, if we endeavour to make our selves righteous and holy before we receive christ himself,
Faith it self is very precious in the sight of God and most holy, 2 Pet. 1.1. Jude 20. God loveth it because it giveth the glory of our Salvation only to the Free-grace of God in Christ, Rom. 4.16.
Faith it self is very precious in the sighed of God and most holy, 2 Pet. 1.1. U^de 20. God loves it Because it gives the glory of our Salvation only to the Free grace of God in christ, Rom. 4.16.
What Wedding garment can sinners bring with them more delightful than this to their bountiful God, whose great Design is to manifest the abundant riches of his glorious Grace and Bounty in this Wedding feast? The Father himself loveth them,
What Wedding garment can Sinners bring with them more delightful than this to their bountiful God, whose great Design is to manifest the abundant riches of his glorious Grace and Bounty in this Wedding feast? The Father himself loves them,
But yet we see that the Excellency of Faith lyeth in this that it accounteth not it self or any other work of ours, a sufficient Ornament to make us acceptable in the sight of God.
But yet we see that the Excellency of Faith lies in this that it accounteth not it self or any other work of ours, a sufficient Ornament to make us acceptable in the sighed of God.
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and that the shame of our nakedness may not appear, Rev. 3.18. Tho' it loveth and desireth the Free-gift of Holiness, yet it abandons all thoughts of practising Holiness immediately before we come to Christ for an holy nature.
and that the shame of our nakedness may not appear, Rev. 3.18. Though it loves and Desires the Free gift of Holiness, yet it abandons all thoughts of practising Holiness immediately before we come to christ for an holy nature.
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For the more full Satisfaction and Consolation of those distressed Souls that lye under the terrible apprehensions of their own sinfulness and the wrath of God,
For the more full Satisfaction and Consolation of those distressed Souls that lie under the terrible apprehensions of their own sinfulness and the wrath of God,
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I shall mention particularly several of those things that such would find in themselves, and I shall shew that if some of them be not partly comprehended in Faith it self, they are fruits and consequences of Faith,
I shall mention particularly several of those things that such would find in themselves, and I shall show that if Some of them be not partly comprehended in Faith it self, they Are fruits and consequences of Faith,
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and therefore they cannot be rationally expected before we trust on Christ for our Salvation. First, They think it necessary to repent before they believe on Christ for their Salvation,
and Therefore they cannot be rationally expected before we trust on christ for our Salvation. First, They think it necessary to Repent before they believe on christ for their Salvation,
but the great Question is, how shall sinners be able to perform it? This Question is resolved only by the Gospel of Christ, Repent and believe. The way to repent is to begin with believing.
but the great Question is, how shall Sinners be able to perform it? This Question is resolved only by the Gospel of christ, repent and believe. The Way to Repent is to begin with believing.
Therefore the great Doctrine of John in his Baptism of Repentance was, That they should believe on him that should come after him, that is, on Christ Jesus, Acts 19.4.
Therefore the great Doctrine of John in his Baptism of Repentance was, That they should believe on him that should come After him, that is, on christ jesus, Acts 19.4.
in whom we are Partakers of a divine nature far different from that which we received from the first Adam. Now Faith is the uniting Grace whereby Christ dwelleth in us,
in whom we Are Partakers of a divine nature Far different from that which we received from the First Adam. Now Faith is the uniting Grace whereby christ dwells in us,
This is one principal Lesson of the new Divinity, and such a receiving Christ as Lord is made to be the great act of saving Faith, without which such Faith as I have described, whereby we trust on Christ for Salvation, is reckoned no better than gross Presumption.
This is one principal lesson of the new Divinity, and such a receiving christ as Lord is made to be the great act of Saving Faith, without which such Faith as I have described, whereby we trust on christ for Salvation, is reckoned no better than gross Presumption.
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And I own it as a certain truth, that Christ will save none but those that are brought to resign up themselves sincerely to the Obedience of his royal Authority and Laws.
And I own it as a certain truth, that christ will save none but those that Are brought to resign up themselves sincerely to the obedience of his royal authority and Laws.
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But yet we must observe that they are not brought to this holy Resignation, or to any sincere purpose and resolution of Obedience before they receive his Salvation, but rather by receiving it.
But yet we must observe that they Are not brought to this holy Resignation, or to any sincere purpose and resolution of obedience before they receive his Salvation, but rather by receiving it.
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Men that were never throughly sensible of their natural death in sin, do easily bring themselves to resolve universal Obedience to God when they are on their Death-beds,
Men that were never thoroughly sensible of their natural death in since, do Easily bring themselves to resolve universal obedience to God when they Are on their Deathbeds,
Those that know the Plague of their own hearts, do find that their mind is enmity unto the Law of God and Christ and cannot be subject unto it, Rom. 8.7.
Those that know the Plague of their own hearts, do find that their mind is enmity unto the Law of God and christ and cannot be Subject unto it, Rom. 8.7.
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and to give you a new spiritual Disposition, then and not till then, the Love of Christ will constrain you to resign up your self heartily to live to him that died for you, 2 Cor. 5.14. and you will be able to say with an unfeigned Resolution, O Lord, truly I am thy servant, I am thy servant and the son of thy handmaid, thou hast loosed my bonds, Psal. 116.16. 4thly, It seemeth to them evident, that some good works are necessary before we can trust on Christ safely for the forgiveness of sins;
and to give you a new spiritual Disposition, then and not till then, the Love of christ will constrain you to resign up your self heartily to live to him that died for you, 2 Cor. 5.14. and you will be able to say with an unfeigned Resolution, Oh Lord, truly I am thy servant, I am thy servant and the son of thy handmaid, thou hast loosed my bonds, Psalm 116.16. 4thly, It seems to them evident, that Some good works Are necessary before we can trust on christ safely for the forgiveness of Sins;
and directeth us to pray, Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors, Mat. 6.12, 15. Restitution also was to be made of things wrongfully gotten from others,
and directeth us to pray, Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors, Mathew 6.12, 15. Restitution also was to be made of things wrongfully got from Others,
but yet if we strive to do either of these before we trust on Christ for our Pardon and Salvation, we shall do them slavishly and hypocritically, not in any holy acceptable manner.
but yet if we strive to do either of these before we trust on christ for our Pardon and Salvation, we shall do them slavishly and hypocritically, not in any holy acceptable manner.
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If you would forgive others heartily so as to love them again, you must first apprehend the love and mercy of God towards your selves by Faith in Christ,
If you would forgive Others heartily so as to love them again, you must First apprehend the love and mercy of God towards your selves by Faith in christ,
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5thly, I shall reckon up together several other Qualifications, that distressed Souls would find in themselves, that they may be duly prepared to trust on Christ for their Salvation,
5thly, I shall reckon up together several other Qualifications, that distressed Souls would find in themselves, that they may be duly prepared to trust on christ for their Salvation,
and when they have laboured anxiously a long time and cannot get them, at last they lie down in sorrowful Despondence, not daring to apply the Consolations of the grace of God in Christ to their wounded Consciences.
and when they have laboured anxiously a long time and cannot get them, At last they lie down in sorrowful Despondence, not daring to apply the Consolations of the grace of God in christ to their wounded Consciences.
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Let perplexed Souls mark the particulars and observe whether the condition of their own Souls be reached in any of them, O thou afflicted, tossed with tempests,
Let perplexed Souls mark the particulars and observe whither the condition of their own Souls be reached in any of them, Oh thou afflicted, tossed with tempests,
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and not comforted, what good Qualifications is it that thou wouldest have, that thou mayest be encouraged to lay hold on Christ for Salvation? It is likely thou wilt answer in the bitterness of thy Soul, O let me have first some love to God and Godliness in mine heart,
and not comforted, what good Qualifications is it that thou Wouldst have, that thou Mayest be encouraged to lay hold on christ for Salvation? It is likely thou wilt answer in the bitterness of thy Soul, Oh let me have First Some love to God and Godliness in mine heart,
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Are these the things thou desirest, O poor distressed Soul? The best Reply I can make for thy speedy comfort, is to inform thee, that the things are good but thy desires are not well timed, it is unreasonable for thee to expect these holy Qualifications whilst thou art in thy natural State under the guilt of Sin and the apprehension of the Wrath of God,
are these the things thou Desirest, Oh poor distressed Soul? The best Reply I can make for thy speedy Comfort, is to inform thee, that the things Are good but thy Desires Are not well timed, it is unreasonable for thee to expect these holy Qualifications while thou art in thy natural State under the guilt of since and the apprehension of the Wrath of God,
before thou hast received the Atonement, and the new Spiritual Life that is by Christ through Faith in his Name, thou dost but exasperate thy Corruptions,
before thou hast received the Atonement, and the new Spiritual Life that is by christ through Faith in his Name, thou dost but exasperate thy Corruptions,
so that they cannot possibly be obtained before thou trustest in Christ for thy Salvation, as I shall shew concerning them particularly in their Order.
so that they cannot possibly be obtained before thou trustest in christ for thy Salvation, as I shall show Concerning them particularly in their Order.
Act Faith first with this kind of Love, and the Apprehension of God's Love to thy Soul will sweetly allure and constrain thee to love God and his Service universally:
Act Faith First with this kind of Love, and the Apprehension of God's Love to thy Soul will sweetly allure and constrain thee to love God and his Service universally:
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for if we look upon him as a God contrary to us that hateth us and will damn us, our own innate Self-love will breed hatred and heart-risings against him, in spite of our Hearts, that love which is the end of the Law must flow from Faith unfeigned, 1 Tim. 1.5.
for if we look upon him as a God contrary to us that hates us and will damn us, our own innate Self-love will breed hatred and Heart-risings against him, in spite of our Hearts, that love which is the end of the Law must flow from Faith unfeigned, 1 Tim. 1.5.
The first right holy Thoughts thou canst have of God are thoughts of his Grace and Mercy to thy Soul in Christ, which are included in the Grace of Faith.
The First right holy Thoughts thou Canst have of God Are thoughts of his Grace and Mercy to thy Soul in christ, which Are included in the Grace of Faith.
The way to get rid of thy raging Lusts is by Faith, that purifieth the Heart and worketh by Love, Act. 15.9. Gal. 5.6. The Soul must be brought to take pleasure in God and Christ by Faith, or else it will lust after fleshly and worldly Pleasures;
The Way to get rid of thy raging Lustiest is by Faith, that Purifieth the Heart and works by Love, Act. 15.9. Gal. 5.6. The Soul must be brought to take pleasure in God and christ by Faith, or Else it will lust After fleshly and worldly Pleasures;
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for People grow careless by dispairing, and for their own quiet they will endeavour to slight Evils which they have no hope to prevent, according to the Proverb, Let us eat and drink for to morrow we shall die, 1 Cor. 15.32.
for People grow careless by despairing, and for their own quiet they will endeavour to slight Evils which they have no hope to prevent, according to the Proverb, Let us eat and drink for to morrow we shall die, 1 Cor. 15.32.
and shall loath our selves in our own sight for all our Abominations, Ezek. 36.31. We shall also then willingly renounce our own Righteousness, and account it but dung, that we may win Christ by Faith, Phil. 3.7, 8. But Beggars will make the most of all their nasty Rags, till they be furnished with better Cloaths;
and shall loath our selves in our own sighed for all our Abominations, Ezekiel 36.31. We shall also then willingly renounce our own Righteousness, and account it but dung, that we may win christ by Faith, Philip 3.7, 8. But Beggars will make the most of all their nasty Rags, till they be furnished with better Clothes;
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thus the sinful Woman was brought to wash Christ's Feet with her Tears, Luke 7.37, 38. We are not like to be sorry for grieving God with our Sins while we look upon him,
thus the sinful Woman was brought to wash Christ's Feet with her Tears, Lycia 7.37, 38. We Are not like to be sorry for grieving God with our Sins while we look upon him,
The People freely confessed their sins when they were baptized of John in Jordan for the remission of sins, Mark 1.4, 5. The Confession of Despairers is forced,
The People freely confessed their Sins when they were baptised of John in Jordan for the remission of Sins, Mark 1.4, 5. The Confessi of Despairers is forced,
like the extorted Confessions and Cryings out of Malefactors upon the Rack. A Pardon sooner openeth the Mouth to an ingenuous Confession, than confess and be hanged, or confess and be damned;
like the extorted Confessions and Cryings out of Malefactors upon the Rack. A Pardon sooner Openeth the Mouth to an ingenuous Confessi, than confess and be hanged, or confess and be damned;
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and the great saving Preparatory to all good Qualifications, by answering in our Saviour's words, This is the Work of God, that ye believe in him whom he hath sent, Joh. 6.28, 29.
and the great Saving Preparatory to all good Qualifications, by answering in our Saviour's words, This is the Work of God, that you believe in him whom he hath sent, John 6.28, 29.
I Hope the Reader will observe warily in all these Directions, that the Holiness aimed at as the great End in the whole Discourse, consisteth not in the Grace or Act of Faith required peculiarly by the Gospel, which though it be a saving Gift of Christ,
I Hope the Reader will observe warily in all these Directions, that the Holiness aimed At as the great End in the Whole Discourse, Consisteth not in the Grace or Act of Faith required peculiarly by the Gospel, which though it be a Saving Gift of christ,
First, It is a Matter of high concern, to be acquainted with the due Place and Order, wherein God hath settled this holy Practice in the Mystery of our Salvation,
First, It is a Matter of high concern, to be acquainted with the due Place and Order, wherein God hath settled this holy Practice in the Mystery of our Salvation,
we know that God is the God of Order, and that his infinite Wisdom hath appeared in appointing the Order of his Creatures, which we are forced to observe for attainment of our ends in worldly things;
we know that God is the God of Order, and that his infinite Wisdom hath appeared in appointing the Order of his Creatures, which we Are forced to observe for attainment of our ends in worldly things;
and I think enough hath been said already, to shew in what order God brings us to the Practice of the Moral Law, he maketh us first to be in Christ by Faith as Branches in the Vine, that we may bring forth much fruit, Joh. 15.5. He first purgeth our Consciences from dead Works by Justification, that we may serve the living God, Heb. 9.14. He maketh us first to live in the Spirit, and then to walk in the Spirit, Gal. 5.25. This is the Order prescribed in the Gospel, which is the Power of God unto Salvation;
and I think enough hath been said already, to show in what order God brings us to the Practice of the Moral Law, he makes us First to be in christ by Faith as Branches in the Vine, that we may bring forth much fruit, John 15.5. He First Purgeth our Consciences from dead Works by Justification, that we may serve the living God, Hebrew 9.14. He makes us First to live in the Spirit, and then to walk in the Spirit, Gal. 5.25. This is the Order prescribed in the Gospel, which is the Power of God unto Salvation;
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Now mark well the great Advantages you have for the Attainment of Holiness, by seeking it in a right Gospel-Order, you will have the Advantage of the Love of God manifested toward you in forgiving your Sins, receiving you into Favour,
Now mark well the great Advantages you have for the Attainment of Holiness, by seeking it in a right Gospel order, you will have the Advantage of the Love of God manifested towards you in forgiving your Sins, receiving you into Favour,
and giving you the Spirit of Adoption, and the Hope of his Glory freely through Christ, to perswade and constrain you by sweet allurements to love God again that hath so dearly loved you,
and giving you the Spirit of Adoption, and the Hope of his Glory freely through christ, to persuade and constrain you by sweet allurements to love God again that hath so dearly loved you,
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and to love others for his sake, and to give up your selves to the Obedience of all his Commandments out of hearty love to him, you will also enjoy the Help of the Spirit of God to incline you powerfully unto Obedience,
and to love Others for his sake, and to give up your selves to the obedience of all his commandments out of hearty love to him, you will also enjoy the Help of the Spirit of God to incline you powerfully unto obedience,
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contrariwise if you rush upon the immediate performance of the Law, without taking Christ's Righteousness and his Spirit in the way to it, you'll find both Wind Tide against you.
contrariwise if you rush upon the immediate performance of the Law, without taking Christ's Righteousness and his Spirit in the Way to it, You'll find both Wind Tide against you.
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and others when they are taught by the Scriptures that we are saved by Faith, through Faith without Works, do begin to disregard all Obedience to the Law,
and Others when they Are taught by the Scriptures that we Are saved by Faith, through Faith without Works, do begin to disregard all obedience to the Law,
yea, some are given up to such strong Antinomian Delusions, that they account it a part of the Liberty from the Bondage of the Law purchased by the Blood of Christ, to make no Conscience of breaking the Law in their Conversation:
yea, Some Are given up to such strong Antinomian Delusions, that they account it a part of the Liberty from the Bondage of the Law purchased by the Blood of christ, to make no Conscience of breaking the Law in their Conversation:
Thus also the Conformity of our Hearts to the Law of God, and the Fruit of our Righteousness with which we are filled by Jesus Christ in this Life, are a necessary part of our Salvation;
Thus also the Conformity of our Hearts to the Law of God, and the Fruit of our Righteousness with which we Are filled by jesus christ in this Life, Are a necessary part of our Salvation;
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as well as from Hell hereafter, Ezek. 36.29. Tit. 3.5. Christ was called Jesus, i.e. A Saviour, because he saved his People from their Sins, Mat. 1.21.
as well as from Hell hereafter, Ezekiel 36.29. Tit. 3.5. christ was called jesus, i.e. A Saviour, Because he saved his People from their Sins, Mathew 1.21.
when we were by nature dead in Trespasses and Sins, and to have the Image of God in Holiness and Righteousness restored to us which we lost by the Fall,
when we were by nature dead in Trespasses and Sins, and to have the Image of God in Holiness and Righteousness restored to us which we lost by the Fallen,
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And what is all this but holiness in Heart and Life? Conclude we then that Holiness in this Life is absolutely necessary to Salvation, not only as a Means to the end,
And what is all this but holiness in Heart and Life? Conclude we then that Holiness in this Life is absolutely necessary to Salvation, not only as a Means to the end,
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Though we are not saved by good Works as procuring Causes, yet we are saved to good Works as fruits and effects of Saving-grace, which God hath prepared that we should walk in them, Eph. 2.10.
Though we Are not saved by good Works as procuring Causes, yet we Are saved to good Works as fruits and effects of Saving grace, which God hath prepared that we should walk in them, Ephesians 2.10.
Yea Holiness in this Life is such a part of our Salvation, as is a necessary Means to make us meet to be partakers of the Inheritance of the Saints in heavenly Light and Glory, without Holiness we can never see God, Heb. 12.14. and are as unfit for the glorious Presence, as Swine for the Presence-Chamber of an Earthly Prince.
Yea Holiness in this Life is such a part of our Salvation, as is a necessary Means to make us meet to be partakers of the Inheritance of the Saints in heavenly Light and Glory, without Holiness we can never see God, Hebrew 12.14. and Are as unfit for the glorious Presence, as Swine for the Presence-Chamber of an Earthly Prince.
I confess some may be converted when they are so near the point of Death, that they may have little time to practice Holiness in this World, but the Grace of the Spirit is active like fire, Mat. 3.11.
I confess Some may be converted when they Are so near the point of Death, that they may have little time to practice Holiness in this World, but the Grace of the Spirit is active like fire, Mathew 3.11.
when he shall judge every Man according to his Work, though some possibly may not have so much Time to discover their inward Grace in any outward good Works,
when he shall judge every Man according to his Work, though Some possibly may not have so much Time to discover their inward Grace in any outward good Works,
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except they trust on him for Holiness, neither do they heartily desire true Salvation, if they do not desire to be made holy and righteous in their Hearts and Lives:
except they trust on him for Holiness, neither do they heartily desire true Salvation, if they do not desire to be made holy and righteous in their Hearts and Lives:
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if Christ wash you not from the filth of your Sins, you have no part in him, Joh. 13.8. What a strange kind of Salvation do they desire, that care not for Holiness? They would be saved and yet be altogether dead in Sin, Aliens from the Life of God, bereft of the Image of God, deformed by the Image of Satan, his Slaves and Vassals to their own filthy Lusts, utterly unmeet for the Enjoyment of God in Glory.
if christ wash you not from the filth of your Sins, you have no part in him, John 13.8. What a strange kind of Salvation do they desire, that care not for Holiness? They would be saved and yet be altogether dead in since, Aliens from the Life of God, bereft of the Image of God, deformed by the Image of Satan, his Slaves and Vassals to their own filthy Lustiest, utterly unmeet for the Enjoyment of God in Glory.
Such a Salvation as that was never purchased by the Blood of Christ, and those that seek it, abuse the Grace of God in Christ, and turn it into Lasciviousness.
Such a Salvation as that was never purchased by the Blood of christ, and those that seek it, abuse the Grace of God in christ, and turn it into Lasciviousness.
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saying, Teach us to do thy will, thy spirit is good, Psal. 143.10. Turn thou me, and I shall be turned, Jer. 31.18. Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me, Psal. 51.10.
saying, Teach us to do thy will, thy Spirit is good, Psalm 143.10. Turn thou me, and I shall be turned, Jer. 31.18. Create in me a clean heart, Oh God, and renew a right Spirit within me, Psalm 51.10.
This is the way whereby the Doctrine of Salvation by Grace, doth necessitate us to Holiness of Life, by constraining us to seek for it by Faith in Christ,
This is the Way whereby the Doctrine of Salvation by Grace, does necessitate us to Holiness of Life, by constraining us to seek for it by Faith in christ,
SInce Man fell from Obedience to God, which he was enabled and engaged to perform by the Comforts of his first happy state in Paradice, God might have justly refused ever to give Man again any Comforts before-hand to encourage him to his Duty;
SInce Man fell from obedience to God, which he was enabled and engaged to perform by the Comforts of his First happy state in Paradise, God might have justly refused ever to give Man again any Comforts beforehand to encourage him to his Duty;
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that the way to Holiness being hedged up against him with the Thorns and Briars of Fear, Grief and Despair, he might never be able to escape the Sentence of Death, which was denounced against his first Transgression.
that the Way to Holiness being hedged up against him with the Thorns and Briers of fear, Grief and Despair, he might never be able to escape the Sentence of Death, which was denounced against his First Transgression.
This Justice of God is manifest in the Method of the Legal Covenant, wherein God promiseth us no Life, Comfort or Happiness until we have throughly performed his Law,
This justice of God is manifest in the Method of the Legal Covenant, wherein God promises us no Life, Comfort or Happiness until we have thoroughly performed his Law,
and may be seen in the Mount Sinai Promulgation explicated Levit. 26. throughout, and we are by Nature so strongly addicted to this Legal Method of Salvation, that it is a hard matter to disswade those that live under the Light of the Gospel, from placing the Duties of the Law before the Comforts of the Gospel;
and may be seen in the Mount Sinai Promulgation explicated Levit. 26. throughout, and we Are by Nature so strongly addicted to this Legal Method of Salvation, that it is a hard matter to dissuade those that live under the Light of the Gospel, from placing the Duties of the Law before the Comforts of the Gospel;
and that the contrary Doctrine strengthens the Hands of the Wicked by prophesying Peace to them where there is no Peace, Ezek. 13.16, 22. And openeth the Flood-gates to all Licentiousness,
and that the contrary Doctrine strengthens the Hands of the Wicked by prophesying Peace to them where there is no Peace, Ezekiel 13.16, 22. And Openeth the Floodgates to all Licentiousness,
but that they should rather exercise themselves diligently in the Performance of their Duty, and they tell them that in so doing, their Condition will be safe and happy at last,
but that they should rather exercise themselves diligently in the Performance of their Duty, and they tell them that in so doing, their Condition will be safe and happy At last,
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That I do not make the only place of Gospel-comfort to be before the Duties of the Law, I acknowledge that God comforteth his People on every side, Psal. 71.21.
That I do not make the only place of Gospel-comfort to be before the Duties of the Law, I acknowledge that God comforts his People on every side, Psalm 71.21.
and without that effectual working of the Spirit, whereby we are made good Trees that we may bring forth good Fruit. Though they are given before the sincere Practice of the Law,
and without that effectual working of the Spirit, whereby we Are made good Trees that we may bring forth good Fruit. Though they Are given before the sincere Practice of the Law,
though it must necessarily go before, as the Cause before the Effect, and they are no other than Comforts of those spiritual Benefits by which our new Estate and Nature is produced,
though it must necessarily go before, as the Cause before the Effect, and they Are no other than Comforts of those spiritual Benefits by which our new Estate and Nature is produced,
Neither do I intend here any Transport or Ravishment of Joy and Delight, but only such manner of Comfort as rationally strengthens in some measure against the Oppression of Fear, Grief and Despair which we are liable unto, by reason of our natural Sinfulness and Misery.
Neither do I intend Here any Transport or Ravishment of Joy and Delight, but only such manner of Comfort as rationally strengthens in Some measure against the Oppression of fear, Grief and Despair which we Are liable unto, by reason of our natural Sinfulness and Misery.
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and of our Happiness in Heaven, and of our sufficient Strength both to will and to do that which is acceptable to God through Jesus Christ, that we may be rationally inclined and bent to the Practice of Holiness,
and of our Happiness in Heaven, and of our sufficient Strength both to will and to do that which is acceptable to God through jesus christ, that we may be rationally inclined and bent to the Practice of Holiness,
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and that these Endowments must be had, by receiving of Christ himself, with his Spirit and all his Fulness, by trusting on him for all his Salvation as he is freely promised to us in the Gospel;
and that these Endowments must be had, by receiving of christ himself, with his Spirit and all his Fullness, by trusting on him for all his Salvation as he is freely promised to us in the Gospel;
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Can the glad Tidings of the Gospel of Peace be believed, and Christ and his Spirit actually believed into the Heart, without any Relief to the Soul from oppressing Fear, Grief Despair? Can the Salvation of Christ be comfortless,
Can the glad Tidings of the Gospel of Peace be believed, and christ and his Spirit actually believed into the Heart, without any Relief to the Soul from oppressing fear, Grief Despair? Can the Salvation of christ be comfortless,
when the very giving and bestowing of them openeth the Eyes of a Sinner, and turns him from Darkness to Light, whereby he doth, at least in some measure, see and perceive Spiritually the things that concern his present and future Peace,
when the very giving and bestowing of them Openeth the Eyes of a Sinner, and turns him from Darkness to Light, whereby he does, At least in Some measure, see and perceive Spiritually the things that concern his present and future Peace,
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and Fear and oppressing Grief forbidden, as Hinderances to true Religion, The peace of God keepeth our hearts and minds through Christ Jesus, Phil. 4.7. Be ye not sorry for the joy of the Lord is your strength, Nehem. 8.10. Every man that hath this hope in him, purifieth himself, even as he is pure, 1 John 3.3. Fear hath torment, he that feareth is not made perfect in Love, 1 John 4.18. This is the Reason why the Apostle doubleth his Exhortation, to rejoyce in the Lord always, as a Duty of exceeding weight and necessity, Phil. 4.4.
and fear and oppressing Grief forbidden, as Hindrances to true Religion, The peace of God Keepeth our hearts and minds through christ jesus, Philip 4.7. Be you not sorry for the joy of the Lord is your strength, Nehemiah 8.10. Every man that hath this hope in him, Purifieth himself, even as he is pure, 1 John 3.3. fear hath torment, he that fears is not made perfect in Love, 1 John 4.18. This is the Reason why the Apostle doubles his Exhortation, to rejoice in the Lord always, as a Duty of exceeding weight and necessity, Philip 4.4.
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and yet not to the beginning of it where the Work is most difficult and Encouragement most needful? Therefore we must make haste in the first place to get a comfortable Frame of Spirit,
and yet not to the beginning of it where the Work is most difficult and Encouragement most needful? Therefore we must make haste in the First place to get a comfortable Frame of Spirit,
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And it appears how clearly this method is adjusted in several Epistles written by the Apostles, wherein they first acquaint the Churches with the rich Grace of God toward;
And it appears how clearly this method is adjusted in several Epistles written by the Apostles, wherein they First acquaint the Churches with the rich Grace of God towards;
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but of many particular Exhortations to Duty, wherein the comfortable Benefits of the Grace of God in Christ, are made use of as Arguments and Motives to stir up the Saints to a holy Practice;
but of many particular Exhortations to Duty, wherein the comfortable Benefits of the Grace of God in christ, Are made use of as Arguments and Motives to stir up the Saints to a holy Practice;
Because we are not in the flesh, but in the spirit, and God will quicken our mortal bodies by his spirit dwelling in us, Rom. 8.9.11, 12. Because our bodies are the members of Christ and the temples of the Holy Ghost, 1 Cor. 6.15, 19. Because God hath made him sin for us, who knew no sin, that we might be the righteousness of God in him, 2 Cor. 5.20, 21. And hath promised that he will dwell in us,
Because we Are not in the Flesh, but in the Spirit, and God will quicken our Mortal bodies by his Spirit Dwelling in us, Rom. 8.9.11, 12. Because our bodies Are the members of christ and the Temples of the Holy Ghost, 1 Cor. 6.15, 19. Because God hath made him since for us, who knew no since, that we might be the righteousness of God in him, 2 Cor. 5.20, 21. And hath promised that he will dwell in us,
Some may object that the Apostles used this Method in their Writings to Saints, that had practised Holiness already, that so they might continue and increase therein.
some may Object that the Apostles used this Method in their Writings to Saints, that had practised Holiness already, that so they might continue and increase therein.
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But to that I may easily reply, If it be a Method needful for grown Saints, much more then for Beginners that find the Work of Obedience most difficult,
But to that I may Easily reply, If it be a Method needful for grown Saints, much more then for Beginners that find the Work of obedience most difficult,
& 13.26, 32, 38. & 16.30, 31. They assured them if they would but trust heartily on Christ for all his Salvation, they should have it although they were at present the chief of Sinners which was Comfort sufficient for all that duly esteem Spiritual Comfort, hungring and thirsting after it.
& 13.26, 32, 38. & 16.30, 31. They assured them if they would but trust heartily on christ for all his Salvation, they should have it although they were At present the chief of Sinners which was Comfort sufficient for all that duly esteem Spiritual Comfort, hungering and thirsting After it.
And this is a Method agreeable to the Design of the Gospel, which is to advance the Riches of the Grace of God in all our Spiritual Enjoyments, God will give us his Consolations before our good Works as well as after them, that we may know that he giveth us everlasting consolation and good hope through grace, and not through the Procurement of our Works. 2 Thess. 2.16. Fourthly, The Nature of the Duties of the Law requireth a comfortable state of the Soul for the Performance of them.
And this is a Method agreeable to the Design of the Gospel, which is to advance the Riches of the Grace of God in all our Spiritual Enjoyments, God will give us his Consolations before our good Works as well as After them, that we may know that he gives us everlasting consolation and good hope through grace, and not through the Procurement of our Works. 2 Thess 2.16. Fourthly, The Nature of the Duties of the Law requires a comfortable state of the Soul for the Performance of them.
Joshuah must be strong and very couragious, that he might observe to do according to the Law that Moses the Servant of the Lord commanded him, Josh. 1.7. I shall instance briefly in the Comforts, without which several great Duties cannot be sincerely performed.
Joshua must be strong and very courageous, that he might observe to do according to the Law that Moses the Servant of the Lord commanded him, Josh. 1.7. I shall instance briefly in the Comforts, without which several great Duties cannot be sincerely performed.
and to offer up our selves to his Service, if we have no comfortable Hope that he will accept us? Is it possible for us to free our selves from carking Cares, by casting our Care upon the Lord,
and to offer up our selves to his Service, if we have no comfortable Hope that he will accept us? Is it possible for us to free our selves from carking Cares, by casting our Care upon the Lord,
and under Persecutions, except we have peace with God, and rejoyce in the hope of the glory of God, Rom. 5.1, 2, 3. What Reason can perswade us to submit willingly according to our Duty, to the Stroak of present Death,
and under Persecutions, except we have peace with God, and rejoice in the hope of the glory of God, Rom. 5.1, 2, 3. What Reason can persuade us to submit willingly according to our Duty, to the Stroke of present Death,
If we should be called to suffer Martyrdom for the Protestant Religion, as our Ancestors in this Nation have done, we should find it necessary to abandon the late upstart Notions that have been bred in a time of Ease,
If we should be called to suffer Martyrdom for the Protestant Religion, as our Ancestors in this nation have done, we should find it necessary to abandon the late upstart Notions that have been bred in a time of Ease,
Fifthly, The state of those that are to be brought from Sin to Godliness, requires necessarily, that after they be convinced of the Vnnity of their former false Confidences,
Fifthly, The state of those that Are to be brought from since to Godliness, requires necessarily, that After they be convinced of the Vnnity of their former false Confidences,
and of their Deadness in Original-sin, and Subjection to the Wrath of God, they should have a Supply of new Gospel Comforts afforded to encourage their fainting Souls to holy Practices.
and of their Deadness in Original sin, and Subjection to the Wrath of God, they should have a Supply of new Gospel Comforts afforded to encourage their fainting Souls to holy Practices.
He that prescribeth bodily Exercise to a Man lying Bed-ridden under a dead Palsie, before any effectual means be used to strengthen him, deserveth the name of a merciless insulting Tormentor, rather than of a wise and tender-hearted Physician.
He that prescribeth bodily Exercise to a Man lying Bedridden under a dead Palsy, before any effectual means be used to strengthen him, deserveth the name of a merciless insulting Tormentor, rather than of a wise and tender-hearted physician.
for those that see nothing but Wrath and Enmity in God towards them in their present Condition, what is it but to require a Man to work without Strength, promising him that he shall have Strength when his Work is done;
for those that see nothing but Wrath and Enmity in God towards them in their present Condition, what is it but to require a Man to work without Strength, promising him that he shall have Strength when his Work is done;
but our merciful God expecteth no sincere Performance of his Law, from such impotent miserable Wretches in order to their Salvation by Christ, till he hath first delivered them in some measure from those Discomforts, slavish Fears and Despondencies, that hold them captive under the Law of Sin and Death.
but our merciful God Expects no sincere Performance of his Law, from such impotent miserable Wretches in order to their Salvation by christ, till he hath First Delivered them in Some measure from those Discomforts, slavish Fears and Despondencies, that hold them captive under the Law of since and Death.
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and the Salvation of Christ rendred more precious and acceptable to them, yet such are again delivered from their Terrors by the Comfort of God's Salvation, that they may be fitted for Holiness;
and the Salvation of christ rendered more precious and acceptable to them, yet such Are again Delivered from their Terrors by the Comfort of God's Salvation, that they may be fitted for Holiness;
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and the Happiness of Paradise to encourage him to Obedience, and when he had left those Comforts by the Fall, he was no longer able to obey until he was restored by new Comfort of the promised Seed.
and the Happiness of Paradise to encourage him to obedience, and when he had left those Comforts by the Fallen, he was no longer able to obey until he was restored by new Comfort of the promised Seed.
and I have walked in thy truth, Psal. 26.3. Lord, I have hoped for thy salvation, and done thy Commandements, Psal. 119.166. We have several Examples in the New Testament of the Joy that Sinners had in the first receiving of Christ, Acts 2.41.
and I have walked in thy truth, Psalm 26.3. Lord, I have hoped for thy salvation, and done thy commandments, Psalm 119.166. We have several Examples in the New Testament of the Joy that Sinners had in the First receiving of christ, Acts 2.41.
And when the Gospel first came to the Thessalonians, they received the Word in much affliction with joy in the Holy Ghost, 1 Thess. 1.4, 5. When the Gentiles heard the Word of God they were glad,
And when the Gospel First Come to the Thessalonians, they received the Word in much affliction with joy in the Holy Ghost, 1 Thess 1.4, 5. When the Gentiles herd the Word of God they were glad,
The Apostle Paul was constrained by the Love of Christ to give up himself to live to Christ, 2 Cor. 4.14, 15. I dare appeal to the Experience of any that obey God out of hearty Love, let them examine themselves,
The Apostle Paul was constrained by the Love of christ to give up himself to live to christ, 2 Cor. 4.14, 15. I Dare appeal to the Experience of any that obey God out of hearty Love, let them examine themselves,
and consider whither they were brought to give up themselves to serve God in love, without comfortable apprehensions of the Love of God towards them, I dare say there are no such Prodigies in the new Birth.
and Consider whither they were brought to give up themselves to serve God in love, without comfortable apprehensions of the Love of God towards them, I Dare say there Are no such Prodigies in the new Birth.
Seventhly, What comfortless Religion do those make that allow People no comfort before hand to strengthen them for holy Performances that are very cross, displeasing and grievous to their natural Inclinations,
Seventhly, What comfortless Religion do those make that allow People no Comfort before hand to strengthen them for holy Performances that Are very cross, displeasing and grievous to their natural Inclinations,
as the plucking out of a right Eye, cutting off of a right Hand, but would have them first to do such things with love and delight under all their present Fears, Despondencies,
as the plucking out of a right Eye, cutting off of a right Hand, but would have them First to do such things with love and delight under all their present Fears, Despondencies,
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All true spiritual Comfort as well as Salvation is indeed quite banished out of the World if it be suspended upon the Condition of our good Works, which hath already appeared to be the Condition of the Law that worketh no Comfort but Wrath, Rom. 4.15.
All true spiritual Comfort as well as Salvation is indeed quite banished out of the World if it be suspended upon the Condition of our good Works, which hath already appeared to be the Condition of the Law that works no Comfort but Wrath, Rom. 4.15.
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They that bind such heavy burthens upon Men and grievous to be born will plead, that they are not to be blamed because they do but preach the Gospel of God and Christ,
They that bind such heavy burdens upon Men and grievous to be born will plead, that they Are not to be blamed Because they do but preach the Gospel of God and christ,
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whereas indeed they preach a Gospel of Man's own forging contrary to the nature of the true Gospel of Christ, which is glad tidings of great joy to all People, Luk. 2.10. An uncomfortable Gospel cannot proceed from God the Father, who is the Father of Mercies and the God of all Comfort, 2 Cor. 1.3. Nor from Christ who is the Consolation of Israel, Luk. 2.25. nor from the Spirit who is the Comforter, Joh. 14.16, 17. God meeteth him that rejoyceth and worketh Righteousness, Isa. 64.5.
whereas indeed they preach a Gospel of Man's own forging contrary to the nature of the true Gospel of christ, which is glad tidings of great joy to all People, Luk. 2.10. an uncomfortable Gospel cannot proceed from God the Father, who is the Father of mercies and the God of all Comfort, 2 Cor. 1.3. Nor from christ who is the Consolation of Israel, Luk. 2.25. nor from the Spirit who is the Comforter, John 14.16, 17. God meeteth him that Rejoiceth and works Righteousness, Isaiah 64.5.
and that our joy may be full, Job. 15.11. No sorrow is approved of by God, except Godly sorrow which can never be in us without some comfort of the Love of God towards us.
and that our joy may be full, Job. 15.11. No sorrow is approved of by God, except Godly sorrow which can never be in us without Some Comfort of the Love of God towards us.
They that are offended at the Uncomfortableness of a Religious Life, never yet knew the true way of Religion, else they would find that the ways of Wisdom ar• ways of pleasantness,
They that Are offended At the Uncomfortableness of a Religious Life, never yet knew the true Way of Religion, Else they would find that the ways of Wisdom ar• ways of pleasantness,
DIRECT. X. That we may be prepared by the Comforts of the Gospel to perform sincerely the Duties of the Law, we must get some assurance of our Salvation in that very Faith whereby Christ himself is received into our Hearts;
DIRECT. X. That we may be prepared by the Comforts of the Gospel to perform sincerely the Duties of the Law, we must get Some assurance of our Salvation in that very Faith whereby christ himself is received into our Hearts;
Therefore me must endeavoar to believe on Christ confidently, perswading and assuring our selves in the Act of believing, that God freely giveth to us an Interest in Christ and his Salvation according to his gracious Promise. EXPLICATION.
Therefore me must endeavoar to believe on christ confidently, persuading and assuring our selves in the Act of believing, that God freely gives to us an Interest in christ and his Salvation according to his gracious Promise. EXPLICATION.
IT is evident that these Comforts of the Gospel, that are necessary to an Holy Practice, cannot be truly received without some assurance of our Interest in Christ and his Salvation;
IT is evident that these Comforts of the Gospel, that Are necessary to an Holy Practice, cannot be truly received without Some assurance of our Interest in christ and his Salvation;
and of our future Heavenly Happiness, and of Strength both to will and to do that which is acceptable to God through Christ, as hath been before shewed:
and of our future Heavenly Happiness, and of Strength both to will and to do that which is acceptable to God through christ, as hath been before showed:
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and which I have here asserted, that we must act in that very Faith whereby we receive Christ himself into our Hearts, even in justifying saving Faith.
and which I have Here asserted, that we must act in that very Faith whereby we receive christ himself into our Hearts, even in justifying Saving Faith.
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This Doctrine seemeth strange to many that profess themselves Protestants a late days, whereas it was formerly highly owned by the chief Protestants whom God made use of to restore the Purity of the Gospel,
This Doctrine seems strange to many that profess themselves Protestants a late days, whereas it was formerly highly owned by the chief Protestants whom God made use of to restore the Purity of the Gospel,
And this Doctrine was one of the great Engines whereby they prevailed to overthrow the Popish Superstition, whereto doubtfulness of Salvation is one of the principal Pillars.
And this Doctrine was one of the great Engines whereby they prevailed to overthrow the Popish Superstition, whereto doubtfulness of Salvation is one of the principal Pillars.
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but for all this they may not be able to see so far, if the eyes of their Predecessors were better enlightned by the Spirit of God to understand the Mystery of the Gospel,
but for all this they may not be able to see so Far, if the eyes of their Predecessors were better enlightened by the Spirit of God to understand the Mystery of the Gospel,
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and why may we not judge that it is so in the present Case? The Eyes of Men in these late Years have been blinded in this point of Assurance by many false Imaginations.
and why may we not judge that it is so in the present Case? The Eyes of Men in these late years have been blinded in this point of Assurance by many false Imaginations.
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and examine it by several Marks and Signs, especially by the Fruit of sincere Obedience; and if upon this examination we find out certainly that it is true saving Faith,
and examine it by several Marks and Signs, especially by the Fruit of sincere obedience; and if upon this examination we find out Certainly that it is true Saving Faith,
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and that many have true Faith, and shall be saved that never have any assurance of their Salvation as long as they live in this World, they find by Scripture and Experience, that many precious Saints of God are frequently troubled with doubtings, whither they shall be saved,
and that many have true Faith, and shall be saved that never have any assurance of their Salvation as long as they live in this World, they find by Scripture and Experience, that many precious Saints of God Are frequently troubled with doubtings, whither they shall be saved,
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and that perish for ever, Mat. 20.16. No wonder if the appearance of so great an Absurdity move many to imagine that Saving-Faith is a trusting or resting on Christ as the only sufficient means of Salvation without any assurance;
and that perish for ever, Mathew 20.16. No wonder if the appearance of so great an Absurdity move many to imagine that Saving-faith is a trusting or resting on christ as the only sufficient means of Salvation without any assurance;
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as if they knew their places in Heaven already before the Day of Judgment, causeth carelesness of Duty, carnal Security, all manner of Licentiousness.
as if they knew their places in Heaven already before the Day of Judgement, Causes carelessness of Duty, carnal Security, all manner of Licentiousness.
And this maketh them commend doubtfulness of our Salvation, as necessary to maintain in us Humility, Religious Fear, Watchfulness, much searching and trying our spiritual State and Ways, diligence in good Works and all Deyotion.
And this makes them commend doubtfulness of our Salvation, as necessary to maintain in us Humility, Religious fear, Watchfulness, much searching and trying our spiritual State and Ways, diligence in good Works and all Deyotion.
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and first I shall lay down some Observations for the right understanding of it, which will be sufficient to turn the edge of the strongest Objections that can be made against it.
and First I shall lay down Some Observations for the right understanding of it, which will be sufficient to turn the edge of the Strongest Objections that can be made against it.
and that such an assurance belongeth to that which they call the reflect Act of Faith (if any act of Faith can be made of, it being spiritual Sence or feeling of what is in my self) and is not of the Essence of that Faith whereby we are justified and saved,
and that such an assurance belongeth to that which they call the reflect Act of Faith (if any act of Faith can be made of, it being spiritual Sense or feeling of what is in my self) and is not of the Essence of that Faith whereby we Are justified and saved,
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This kind of Assurance which I speak of, answereth not the Question, Whither I am already in a state of Grace and Salvation? There is another great Question that the Soul must answer, that it may get into a state of Grace.
This kind of Assurance which I speak of, Answers not the Question, Whither I am already in a state of Grace and Salvation? There is Another great Question that the Soul must answer, that it may get into a state of Grace.
Whether God be graciously pleased now to bestow Christ and his Salvation upon me, though I have been hitherto a very wicked Creature? We must be sure to resolve this Question comfortably, by another kind of Assurance in the direct act of Faith, wherein we are to perswade our selves without reflecting upon any good Qualifications in our selves:
Whither God be graciously pleased now to bestow christ and his Salvation upon me, though I have been hitherto a very wicked Creature? We must be sure to resolve this Question comfortably, by Another kind of Assurance in the Direct act of Faith, wherein we Are to persuade our selves without reflecting upon any good Qualifications in our selves:
That God is ready graciously to receive us into the Arms of his saving Mercy in Christ, notwithstanding all our former Wickedness, according to the gracious Promise, I will call them my people, which were not my people,
That God is ready graciously to receive us into the Arms of his Saving Mercy in christ, notwithstanding all our former Wickedness, according to the gracious Promise, I will call them my people, which were not my people,
and her beloved, which was not beloved, and it shall come to pass, that in the place where it was said unto them, Ye are not my people, there shall they be called the children of the living God, Rom. 9.25, 26.
and her Beloved, which was not Beloved, and it shall come to pass, that in the place where it was said unto them, You Are not my people, there shall they be called the children of the living God, Rom. 9.25, 26.
and to hunger and thirst for the sanctifying as well as justifying Grace of God in Christ, that so we may walk in the ways of Holiness to the Enjoyment of Heavenly Glory.
and to hunger and thirst for the sanctifying as well as justifying Grace of God in christ, that so we may walk in the ways of Holiness to the Enjoyment of Heavenly Glory.
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except any account it Pride to rejoyce and glory in Christ, when we have no Confidence in the Flesh, Phil. 3.3. It will not destroy religious Fear, and breed carnal Security;
except any account it Pride to rejoice and glory in christ, when we have no Confidence in the Flesh, Philip 3.3. It will not destroy religious fear, and breed carnal Security;
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yet he might well be afraid to venture out of the Ark, because he was perswaded that Continuance in the Ark was his only Safery from perishing in the Flood.
yet he might well be afraid to venture out of the Ark, Because he was persuaded that Continuance in the Ark was his only Safery from perishing in the Flood.
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And how can a Perswasion of Salvation in a way of Holiness, breed Sloathfulness in Duty, Carelesness and Licentiousness? It doth rather mightily allure us and stir us up to be always abounding in the Work of the Lord, for as much as we know that our labour is not in vain in the Lord, 1 Cor. 15.5.
And how can a Persuasion of Salvation in a Way of Holiness, breed Slothfulness in Duty, Carelessness and Licentiousness? It does rather mightily allure us and stir us up to be always abounding in the Work of the Lord, for as much as we know that our labour is not in vain in the Lord, 1 Cor. 15.5.
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They that are perswaded of the Free-grace of God toward them in Christ, are not indeed sollicitous about earning their Salvation by their own legal Works,
They that Are persuaded of the Free grace of God towards them in christ, Are not indeed solicitous about earning their Salvation by their own Legal Works,
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Thirdly, Beware of thinking so highly of this Assurance, as if it were inconsistent with any doubting in the same Soul. A great Reason why many Protestants have receded from the Doctrine of their Ancestors in this Point, is because they think, there can be no true Assurance of Salvation in any that are troubled with Doubtings,
Thirdly, Beware of thinking so highly of this Assurance, as if it were inconsistent with any doubting in the same Soul. A great Reason why many Protestants have receded from the Doctrine of their Ancestors in this Point, is Because they think, there can be no true Assurance of Salvation in any that Are troubled with Doubtings,
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True indeed, this Assurance must be contrary to Doubtings in the nature of it, and so if it be perfect in the highest Degree it would exclude all Doubting out of the Soul,
True indeed, this Assurance must be contrary to Doubtings in the nature of it, and so if it be perfect in the highest Degree it would exclude all Doubting out of the Soul,
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But is there not Flesh as well as Spirit in the best Saints on Earth, Gal. 5.17. Is there not a law in their members warring against the law of their minds? Rom. 7.23. May not one that truly believeth, say, Lord, help my unbelief, Mark 9.24.
But is there not Flesh as well as Spirit in the best Saints on Earth, Gal. 5.17. Is there not a law in their members warring against the law of their minds? Rom. 7.23. May not one that truly Believeth, say, Lord, help my unbelief, Mark 9.24.
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Can any on Earth say, they have received any Grace in the highest Degree, and that they are wholly free from the contrary Corruption? Why then should we think that Assurance cannot be true,
Can any on Earth say, they have received any Grace in the highest Degree, and that they Are wholly free from the contrary Corruption? Why then should we think that Assurance cannot be true,
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except it be perfect, and free the Soul from all Doubtings? The Apostle accounts it a great Blessing to the Thessalonians that they had much Assurance, intimating that some true Assurance might be in a less Degree, 1 Thess. 1.5.
except it be perfect, and free the Soul from all Doubtings? The Apostle accounts it a great Blessing to the Thessalonians that they had much Assurance, intimating that Some true Assurance might be in a less Degree, 1 Thess 1.5.
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wherefore didst thou doubt? Matth. 14.29, 30, 31. It is strange if the Flesh and the Devil should never oppose a true Assurance and assault it with Doubtings.
Wherefore didst thou doubt? Matthew 14.29, 30, 31. It is strange if the Flesh and the devil should never oppose a true Assurance and assault it with Doubtings.
A Believer may be sometimes so overwhelmed with Doubtings, that he may not be able to perceive an Assurance in himself, he is so far from knowing his Place in Heaven already, (as some scoffingly object) that he will say that he knoweth not any Assurance that he hath of being there,
A Believer may be sometime so overwhelmed with Doubtings, that he may not be able to perceive an Assurance in himself, he is so Far from knowing his Place in Heaven already, (as Some scoffingly Object) that he will say that he Knoweth not any Assurance that he hath of being there,
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If he can condemn his Doubtings as sinful, and say with himself, This is mine infirmity Psal. 77.10. These Doubtings are of the Flesh, and of the Devil;
If he can condemn his Doubtings as sinful, and say with himself, This is mine infirmity Psalm 77.10. These Doubtings Are of the Flesh, and of the devil;
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for if he were not perswaded of the Truth of the Love of God towards him, he could not rationally condemn his Fears and Doubts concerning it as sinful,
for if he were not persuaded of the Truth of the Love of God towards him, he could not rationally condemn his Fears and Doubts Concerning it as sinful,
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and doubting of our own Salvation, and you grant in effect, that there is, and must be something of Assurance of our Salvation in Saving faith, whereby it resisteth Doubtings,
and doubting of our own Salvation, and you grant in Effect, that there is, and must be something of Assurance of our Salvation in Saving faith, whereby it Resisteth Doubtings,
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If this that I have said concerning our Imperfection in Assurance, as well as in other Graces, were well considered, this ancient Protestant Doctrine would be freed much from Prejudice,
If this that I have said Concerning our Imperfection in Assurance, as well as in other Graces, were well considered, this ancient Protestant Doctrine would be freed much from Prejudice,
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Fourthly, In the last place, let it be well observed, that the Reason why we are to assure our selves in our Faith, that God freely giveth Christ and his Salvation to us particularly is, not because it is a Truth before we believe it,
Fourthly, In the last place, let it be well observed, that the Reason why we Are to assure our selves in our Faith, that God freely gives christ and his Salvation to us particularly is, not Because it is a Truth before we believe it,
We have no absolute Promise or Declaration in Scripture, that God certainly will or doth, give Christ and his Salvation to any one of us in particular,
We have no absolute Promise or Declaration in Scripture, that God Certainly will or does, give christ and his Salvation to any one of us in particular,
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before we assure our selves absolutely of it, yea, we are without Christ's Salvation at present in a state of Sin and Misery under the Curse and Wrath of God.
before we assure our selves absolutely of it, yea, we Are without Christ's Salvation At present in a state of since and Misery under the Curse and Wrath of God.
and would remain true, whether we believe them or no, so that we cannot deny our Assent without rebelling against the Light of our Sences, Reason or Conscience;
and would remain true, whither we believe them or not, so that we cannot deny our Assent without rebelling against the Light of our Senses, Reason or Conscience;
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None but God can justly require of us this kind of Assurance, because he only calleth those things that are not as tho they were, Rom. 4.17. He only can give Existence to things that yet are not, and make a thing to be true upon our believing it, that was not true before.
None but God can justly require of us this kind of Assurance, Because he only calls those things that Are not as though they were, Rom. 4.17. He only can give Existence to things that yet Are not, and make a thing to be true upon our believing it, that was not true before.
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if they believed without doubting of the Event, Mark 11. And there is a Reason for this Resemblance because the end of working Miracles was to confirm the Doctrine of the Gospel of Salvation by Faith in Christ's Name,
if they believed without doubting of the Event, Mark 11. And there is a Reason for this Resemblance Because the end of working Miracles was to confirm the Doctrine of the Gospel of Salvation by Faith in Christ's Name,
First, This Assurance of Salvation is implyed in the Description before given of that Faith whereby we receive Christ and his Salvation into our Hearts.
First, This Assurance of Salvation is employed in the Description before given of that Faith whereby we receive christ and his Salvation into our Hearts.
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Believing on Christ for Salvation as freely promised to us, must needs include a Dependance on Christ with a Perswasion, that Salvation shall be freely given,
Believing on christ for Salvation as freely promised to us, must needs include a Dependence on christ with a Persuasion, that Salvation shall be freely given,
Believing with a divine Faith grounded on the infallible Truth of the Free-promise, if it did not in some measure exclude a mere Suspence and wavering Opinion or Conjecture, were not worthy to be so called.
Believing with a divine Faith grounded on the infallible Truth of the Free-promise, if it did not in Some measure exclude a mere Suspense and wavering Opinion or Conjecture, were not worthy to be so called.
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but also the Instrument whereby we actually receive it. Believing being the proper Act of Faith, must needs have the same contraries to it, as staggering, Rom. 4.20. Wavering, Heb. 10.29. Doubting, Matth. 14.31. Fear, Mark 5.36. These contraries do much illustrate the nature of Faith, and do shew that believing must have some Confidence in it, else it would have doubting in the very nature of it:
but also the Instrument whereby we actually receive it. Believing being the proper Act of Faith, must needs have the same contraries to it, as staggering, Rom. 4.20. Wavering, Hebrew 10.29. Doubting, Matthew 14.31. fear, Mark 5.36. These contraries do much illustrate the nature of Faith, and do show that believing must have Some Confidence in it, Else it would have doubting in the very nature of it:
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for what Man that understandeth the Preciousness of his immortal Soul, and his Danger of loosing it, can ever avoid Fear, Doubting and Trouble of Heart, by any believing whereby he doth not at all assure himself of his Salvation? The other Terms of trusting and resting on Jesus Christ, &c. whereby Faith is often described by orthodox Teachers, must include Assurance of Salvation,
for what Man that understands the Preciousness of his immortal Soul, and his Danger of losing it, can ever avoid fear, Doubting and Trouble of Heart, by any believing whereby he does not At all assure himself of his Salvation? The other Terms of trusting and resting on jesus christ, etc. whereby Faith is often described by orthodox Teachers, must include Assurance of Salvation,
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and he is become our Salvation. I trusted on thee, O Lord, I said thou art my God, Psal. 31.14. The Lord is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer, my strength, in whom I will trust, Psal. 18.2. Behold, God is my salvation, I will trust and not be afraid, Isa. 12.2. O my soul hope thou in God, who is the health of my countenance and my God, Psal. 42.16.
and he is become our Salvation. I trusted on thee, Oh Lord, I said thou art my God, Psalm 31.14. The Lord is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer, my strength, in whom I will trust, Psalm 18.2. Behold, God is my salvation, I will trust and not be afraid, Isaiah 12.2. Oh my soul hope thou in God, who is the health of my countenance and my God, Psalm 42.16.
True hope is grounded on God only, that he will bless us, that it may be an anchor for the soul, sure and stedfast, Heb. 6.17.18, 19. If you trust, relie,
True hope is grounded on God only, that he will bless us, that it may be an anchor for the soul, sure and steadfast, Hebrew 6.17.18, 19. If you trust, rely,
as the Prophet teacheth, Let him trust in the name of the Lord, and stay upon his God, Isai. 50. 10. If you will rest in the Lord you must believe that he dealeth bountifully with you, Psal. 116.7. or else for ought you know you make your Bed in Hell;
as the Prophet Teaches, Let him trust in the name of the Lord, and stay upon his God, Isaiah 50. 10. If you will rest in the Lord you must believe that he deals bountifully with you, Psalm 116.7. or Else for ought you know you make your Bed in Hell;
and you will shew little regard of Christ and of your own Soul, if you dare to rest under the Wrath of God without any Perswasion of a sure Interest in Christ.
and you will show little regard of christ and of your own Soul, if you Dare to rest under the Wrath of God without any Persuasion of a sure Interest in christ.
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If you call it only your desire to trust and relie on Jesus Christ, I may answer that you cannot do thus much in a right manner except you desire and venture to perswade and assure your selves of your Salvation by Christ, notwithstanding all the Causes that you have to doubt and fear the contrary.
If you call it only your desire to trust and rely on jesus christ, I may answer that you cannot do thus much in a right manner except you desire and venture to persuade and assure your selves of your Salvation by christ, notwithstanding all the Causes that you have to doubt and Fear the contrary.
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For what have we to do more with the Sufficiency of God's and Christ's Power than fallen Angels, without his Good-will towards us? and if this be truly believed, it will exclude Doubtfulness concerning your Salvation.
For what have we to do more with the Sufficiency of God's and Christ's Power than fallen Angels, without his Goodwill towards us? and if this be truly believed, it will exclude Doubtfulness Concerning your Salvation.
Secondly, Several places of Scripture declare positively and expresly, that we are to be assured of our Salvation in that Faith, whereby we are justified and saved. I shall produce some Instances.
Secondly, Several places of Scripture declare positively and expressly, that we Are to be assured of our Salvation in that Faith, whereby we Are justified and saved. I shall produce Some Instances.
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We are exhorted, to draw near to God with full assurance of faith, Heb. 10.22. Many apply this Text to that which they call, the reflect Act of Faith, because they imagine that all Assurance must needs be by Reflection;
We Are exhorted, to draw near to God with full assurance of faith, Hebrew 10.22. Many apply this Text to that which they call, the reflect Act of Faith, Because they imagine that all Assurance must needs be by Reflection;
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and it is that very Faith whereby the Just do live, even justifying, saving Faith, verse 38. And this Assurance must be full, at least in the true and proper Nature of it, in Opposition unto mere Doubtfulness and Uncertainty,
and it is that very Faith whereby the Just do live, even justifying, Saving Faith, verse 38. And this Assurance must be full, At least in the true and proper Nature of it, in Opposition unto mere Doubtfulness and Uncertainty,
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And the same Faith whereby we are exhorted to draw nigh unto God, and whereby the Just liveth, is a little after, Chap. 11.1. affirmed to be the substance of things hoped for, and the evidence of things not seen.
And the same Faith whereby we Are exhorted to draw High unto God, and whereby the Just lives, is a little After, Chap. 11.1. affirmed to be the substance of things hoped for, and the evidence of things not seen.
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Why should saving Faith have these high Titles and Attributes given to it, if it did not contain in it a sure Perswasion of the great things of our Salvation hoped for, which maketh them to be evident to the Eyes of our Mind,
Why should Saving Faith have these high Titles and Attributes given to it, if it did not contain in it a sure Persuasion of the great things of our Salvation hoped for, which makes them to be evident to the Eyes of our Mind,
and accompanied with reioycing Hope, Whose house are we if we hold fast the confidence and rejoycing of the hope, firm unto the end, Heb. 3.6.14. What is Confidence concerning any thing, but trusting concerning it with a firm Perswasion of the Truth of it? If we have only a strong Opinion concerning a thing, without any absolute certainty, we use to say that we are not altogether confident of it.
and accompanied with rejoicing Hope, Whose house Are we if we hold fast the confidence and rejoicing of the hope, firm unto the end, Hebrew 3.6.14. What is Confidence Concerning any thing, but trusting Concerning it with a firm Persuasion of the Truth of it? If we have only a strong Opinion Concerning a thing, without any absolute certainty, we use to say that we Are not altogether confident of it.
The Faith whereby we are justified, must be in a measure like to the Faith whereby Abraham against Hope believed in Hope, that his Seed should certainly;
The Faith whereby we Are justified, must be in a measure like to the Faith whereby Abraham against Hope believed in Hope, that his Seed should Certainly;
therefore we may firmly conclude, that without it we shall not receive the Salvation of Christ, James 1.6. 7. And that which the Apostle James requireth us not to doubt of is, the obtaining the things that we ask,
Therefore we may firmly conclude, that without it we shall not receive the Salvation of christ, James 1.6. 7. And that which the Apostle James requires us not to doubt of is, the obtaining the things that we ask,
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as we may learn from an Instruction to the same purpose given to us by Christ himself, What things soever ye desire when ye pray, believe that ye receive them,
as we may Learn from an Instruction to the same purpose given to us by christ himself, What things soever you desire when you pray, believe that you receive them,
For as for that which is called the Reflect Act of Faith, it is a certain Truth and generally owned, that it is not absolutely necessary to Salvation to any,
For as for that which is called the Reflect Act of Faith, it is a certain Truth and generally owned, that it is not absolutely necessary to Salvation to any,
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Thirdly, God giveth us sufficient ground in Scripture to come to Christ with confident Faith, at the very first, trusting assuredly that Christ and his Salvation shall be given to us without any Failing and Delay, however vile and sinful our Condition hath been hitherto.
Thirdly, God gives us sufficient ground in Scripture to come to christ with confident Faith, At the very First, trusting assuredly that christ and his Salvation shall be given to us without any Failing and delay, however vile and sinful our Condition hath been hitherto.
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The Scripture speaketh to the vilest Sinners in such a manner as if it were framed on purpose to beget Assurance of Salvation in them immediately, Acts 2.39. Chap. 3.26.
The Scripture speaks to the Vilest Sinners in such a manner as if it were framed on purpose to beget Assurance of Salvation in them immediately, Acts 2.39. Chap. 3.26.
This Promise is unversal, That whosoever believeth on Christ shall not be ashamed, without making a Difference between Jew and Greek, Rom. 10.11, 12. And this Promise is confirmed by the Blood of Christ, who was given for the World,
This Promise is universal, That whosoever Believeth on christ shall not be ashamed, without making a Difference between Jew and Greek, Rom. 10.11, 12. And this Promise is confirmed by the Blood of christ, who was given for the World,
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but have everlasting life, John 3.14, 15, 16. His Invitation is free to any, If any man thirst, let him come to me and drink, and this Drink is promised to every one that believeth, John 7.37. 39. The Command of believing is propounded not only in general,
but have everlasting life, John 3.14, 15, 16. His Invitation is free to any, If any man thirst, let him come to me and drink, and this Drink is promised to every one that Believeth, John 7.37. 39. The Command of believing is propounded not only in general,
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but in particular, and the Promise of Salvation upon believing, is also applyed personally, and that to such as have been hitherto in a state of Sin and Wrath;
but in particular, and the Promise of Salvation upon believing, is also applied personally, and that to such as have been hitherto in a state of since and Wrath;
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God commanded them that walked altogether in Sin hitherto, to call him their own Father in their very first returning, Jer. 3.4. So Hos. 2.23. God saith, he will say, Thou art my people, and they shall say, Thou art my God, confidently averring their personal Interest in him.
God commanded them that walked altogether in since hitherto, to call him their own Father in their very First returning, Jer. 3.4. So Hos. 2.23. God Says, he will say, Thou art my people, and they shall say, Thou art my God, confidently averring their personal Interest in him.
God hath joyned Confidence and Salvation inseparably together, In returning and rest ye shall be saved, in quietness and in confidence shall be your strength, Isai. 30.15.
God hath joined Confidence and Salvation inseparably together, In returning and rest you shall be saved, in quietness and in confidence shall be your strength, Isaiah 30.15.
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What a poor slender Use and Improvement do many make of these Discoveries of the rich Grace of God towards Sinners, who say that if we see that we have performed the Condition of believing,
What a poor slender Use and Improvement do many make of these Discoveries of the rich Grace of God towards Sinners, who say that if we see that we have performed the Condition of believing,
the very Performance of the Condition is to take Christ as our own immediately, and to eat him and drink him, by believing consiently on him for our Salvation.
the very Performance of the Condition is to take christ as our own immediately, and to eat him and drink him, by believing consiently on him for our Salvation.
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and in mere Suspense, whether we shall be freely entertained after all Gods free Invitations and Promises, should we not disparage the Faithfulness of God? and should we not be guilty of making God a Liar? as the Apostle John teacheth,
and in mere Suspense, whither we shall be freely entertained After all God's free Invitations and Promises, should we not disparage the Faithfulness of God? and should we not be guilty of making God a Liar? as the Apostle John Teaches,
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because of our not believing the Record which God gave of his Son, and this is the record that God hath given to us eternal life and this life is in his Son, 1 John 5.10, 11. And what if the Salvation promised be not absolutely intended for all to whom the Gospel cometh? it is enough that God giveth us his faithful Word, that they that believe, shall have it,
Because of our not believing the Record which God gave of his Son, and this is the record that God hath given to us Eternal life and this life is in his Son, 1 John 5.10, 11. And what if the Salvation promised be not absolutely intended for all to whom the Gospel comes? it is enough that God gives us his faithful Word, that they that believe, shall have it,
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and may justly require all to believe on him assuredly for their own Salvation, that so it may appear whether they will give him the Glory of his Truth,
and may justly require all to believe on him assuredly for their own Salvation, that so it may appear whither they will give him the Glory of his Truth,
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and to give them the Possession of the Land? had they not sufficient ground for such a Faith? was it not just with God to consume them in the Wilderness for their Unbelief? Let us therefore fear,
and to give them the Possession of the Land? had they not sufficient ground for such a Faith? was it not just with God to consume them in the Wilderness for their Unbelief? Let us Therefore Fear,
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Fourthly, The Professors of true Godliness that we read of through the Scriptures of the Old and New Testament did commonly profess their Assurance and Perswasion of their Interest in God and his Salvation,
Fourthly, The Professors of true Godliness that we read of through the Scriptures of the Old and New Testament did commonly profess their Assurance and Persuasion of their Interest in God and his Salvation,
I shall begin with the Profession that the Church made when it was very corrupt, at its first coming out of Egypt, when few of them could assure themselves by their own good Qualifications that they were in a state of Grace already, which many now imagine to be the only way of Assurance.
I shall begin with the Profession that the Church made when it was very corrupt, At its First coming out of Egypt, when few of them could assure themselves by their own good Qualifications that they were in a state of Grace already, which many now imagine to be the only Way of Assurance.
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Several other Psalms and Songs that were by divine Appointment in common Use under the Old Testament, are as clear an Evidence as we can desire of that Assurance of Faith that was commonly professed,
Several other Psalms and Songs that were by divine Appointment in Common Use under the Old Testament, Are as clear an Evidence as we can desire of that Assurance of Faith that was commonly professed,
and that People were generally bound to, under the Old Testament, as Psal. 23. & 27. & 46. Many other Psalms or Expressions in Psalms might be alledged.
and that People were generally bound to, under the Old Testament, as Psalm 23. & 27. & 46. Many other Psalms or Expressions in Psalms might be alleged.
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and suffered, and obtained great things by Faith, whose Examples are produced on purpose that we may follow them in believing to the saving of our Souls, Heb. 10.39.
and suffered, and obtained great things by Faith, whose Examples Are produced on purpose that we may follow them in believing to the Saving of our Souls, Hebrew 10.39.
or some hainous Transgression, not by common Failings, or the common Original Depravation of Nature, or the Uncertainty of their Election, or any Thought that it is Humility to doubt,
or Some heinous Transgression, not by Common Failings, or the Common Original Depravation of Nature, or the Uncertainty of their Election, or any Thought that it is Humility to doubt,
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because the Salvation of Christ was revealed, and the Spirit of Adoption poured forth plentifully, and the Church made free from its former Bondage under the terrifying Legal Covenant.
Because the Salvation of christ was revealed, and the Spirit of Adoption poured forth plentifully, and the Church made free from its former Bondage under the terrifying Legal Covenant.
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because they had not received the Spirit of Bondage again to fear, but the Spirit of Adoption, whereby they cry, Abba, father, the Spirit it self bearing witness with our spirits (or beareth our spirits witness as the Syriaok and vulgar Latin render it,
Because they had not received the Spirit of Bondage again to Fear, but the Spirit of Adoption, whereby they cry, Abba, father, the Spirit it self bearing witness with our spirits (or bears our spirits witness as the Syriaok and Vulgar Latin render it,
And the Apostle tells the Ephesians, that after they believed, they were sealed with the Holy Spirit, which was the Earnest of their Inheritance, Eph. 1.13, 14. i. e. They were sealed from the same time that they believed,
And the Apostle tells the Ephesians, that After they believed, they were sealed with the Holy Spirit, which was the Earnest of their Inheritance, Ephesians 1.13, 14. i. e. They were sealed from the same time that they believed,
If this Witness, Seal and Earnest of the Spirit had not been Ordinary to Believers, it would not have been sufficient to prove that they were the Children of God,
If this Witness, Seal and Earnest of the Spirit had not been Ordinary to Believers, it would not have been sufficient to prove that they were the Children of God,
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but only those few that are so sure of their own Sincerity, that by reflecting upon it, they can ground an Act of Faith concerning their own Interest in Christ;
but only those few that Are so sure of their own Sincerity, that by reflecting upon it, they can ground an Act of Faith Concerning their own Interest in christ;
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no surely, therefore we may judge rather that the Spirit worketh this in us by giving us saving Faith it self, whereby all true Believers are enabled to trust assuredly on Christ for the Enjoyment of the Adoption of Children and all his Salvation, according to the Free Promise of God,
not surely, Therefore we may judge rather that the Spirit works this in us by giving us Saving Faith it self, whereby all true Believers Are enabled to trust assuredly on christ for the Enjoyment of the Adoption of Children and all his Salvation, according to the Free Promise of God,
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and other gracious Qualifications, and by the reflect Act of Faith, do teach also commonly, that you must again try whether the Spirit thus witnessing, be the Spirit of Truth,
and other gracious Qualifications, and by the reflect Act of Faith, do teach also commonly, that you must again try whither the Spirit thus witnessing, be the Spirit of Truth,
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or of Delusion, by searching narrowly whether our inward Grace be sincere or counterfeit, so that hereby the Testimony of the Spirit is rendred so hard to be discerned, that it standeth us in no stead,
or of Delusion, by searching narrowly whither our inward Grace be sincere or counterfeit, so that hereby the Testimony of the Spirit is rendered so hard to be discerned, that it Stands us in no stead,
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There are several other Evidences to shew, That Believers generally were perswaded of their Salvation in the Apostles times, they loved and waited for the coming of Christ to judge the World, 1 Cor. 1.7. 2 Tim. 4.8.
There Are several other Evidences to show, That Believers generally were persuaded of their Salvation in the Apostles times, they loved and waited for the coming of christ to judge the World, 1 Cor. 1.7. 2 Tim. 4.8.
and that their Bodies were Members of Christ, and the Temples of the Holy Ghost, 1 Cor. 6.2, 3, 15, 19. The very first coming of the Gospel to the Thessalonians, was in the Holy Ghost,
and that their Bodies were Members of christ, and the Temples of the Holy Ghost, 1 Cor. 6.2, 3, 15, 19. The very First coming of the Gospel to the Thessalonians, was in the Holy Ghost,
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when as yet they had no Considerable time to get Assurance, by reflecting on their good Qualifications, 1 Thess. 1.5, 6. Likewise the believing Hebrews when they were illuminated at their first Conversion, took joyfully the spoiling of their Goods, knowing that they had in Heaven, a better and more enduring Substance,
when as yet they had no Considerable time to get Assurance, by reflecting on their good Qualifications, 1 Thess 1.5, 6. Likewise the believing Hebrews when they were illuminated At their First Conversion, took joyfully the spoiling of their Goods, knowing that they had in Heaven, a better and more enduring Substance,
and therefore it appeareth that this Confidence belonged necessarily to justifying, saving Faith, Heb. 10, 32, 34, 35, 38. Now let those that alledge the Examples or Experiences of many modern Christians to disprove all that I have asserted,
and Therefore it appears that this Confidence belonged necessarily to justifying, Saving Faith, Hebrew 10, 32, 34, 35, 38. Now let those that allege the Examples or Experiences of many modern Christians to disprove all that I have asserted,
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and consider well whether these are fit to be laid in the Ballance against all the Scripture Examples and Experiences that I have produced out of the Old and New Testament.
and Consider well whither these Are fit to be laid in the Balance against all the Scripture Examples and Experiences that I have produced out of the Old and New Testament.
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and vented against it several Errors, such as have been already named, and now would take Advantage to confirm the Truth of their Doctrines from those Doubtings in Christians, that have been chiefly occasioned by it.
and vented against it several Errors, such as have been already nam, and now would take Advantage to confirm the Truth of their Doctrines from those Doubtings in Christians, that have been chiefly occasioned by it.
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But however the nature of saving Faith is still the same, and I assert that in these Days as well as formerly, it always hath in it some Assurance of Salvation by Christ, which doth and will appear, at least in resisting and condemning all Doubtings,
But however the nature of Saving Faith is still the same, and I assert that in these Days as well as formerly, it always hath in it Some Assurance of Salvation by christ, which does and will appear, At least in resisting and condemning all Doubtings,
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and praying against them, and endeavouring to trust assuredly, and to call God Father, except in extraordinary Desertions, by which our Gase must not be tried.
and praying against them, and endeavouring to trust assuredly, and to call God Father, except in extraordinary Desertions, by which our Gaze must not be tried.
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or because they think that there is no Assurance when there are many Doubtings, and because it is so weak and so much oppressed with Doubting, that it can hardly be discerned,
or Because they think that there is no Assurance when there Are many Doubtings, and Because it is so weak and so much oppressed with Doubting, that it can hardly be discerned,
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though it may be they only be convinced of Sin, and brought to some Zeal of God that is not according to the Knowledge of the way of Salvation by Christ,
though it may be they only be convinced of since, and brought to Some Zeal of God that is not according to the Knowledge of the Way of Salvation by christ,
So the Soul receiveth these things to it self, and layeth actual Hold on them by the Faculty of the Will, making choice of them and embracing them in a way of present Enjoyment and Possession,
So the Soul receives these things to it self, and Layeth actual Hold on them by the Faculty of the Will, making choice of them and embracing them in a Way of present Enjoyment and Possession,
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As a righteous Person cannot receive inward Comfort from outward things, as from worldly Estate, Wife, Husband, Friends, &c. except it chuse them as good and count them his own by a Right and Title.
As a righteous Person cannot receive inward Comfort from outward things, as from worldly Estate, Wife, Husband, Friends, etc. except it choose them as good and count them his own by a Right and Title.
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and take actual Possession of him and his Salvation, as he is freely offered and promised to us in the Gospel, by the Grace of Faith, which God hath appointed to be our great Instrument for the receiving of him, and closing with him.
and take actual Possession of him and his Salvation, as he is freely offered and promised to us in the Gospel, by the Grace of Faith, which God hath appointed to be our great Instrument for the receiving of him, and closing with him.
neither are they fully satisfied that it is lawful for them so to do, but rather they are yet to seek whether they have any good Ground and Right to lay hold on him or no. Let any rational;
neither Are they Fully satisfied that it is lawful for them so to do, but rather they Are yet to seek whither they have any good Ground and Right to lay hold on him or no. Let any rational;
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can a Woman honestly receive any one as her Husband without being assured that he is fully willing to be her Husband? The same may be said concerning the several Parts of Christ's Salvation which are to be received by Faith.
can a Woman honestly receive any one as her Husband without being assured that he is Fully willing to be her Husband? The same may be said Concerning the several Parts of Christ's Salvation which Are to be received by Faith.
Hence then we may firmly conclude, that whoso seeketh to be saved by Faith, and doth not seek to have Assurance or Confidence of his own Salvation doth but deceive himself,
Hence then we may firmly conclude, that whoso seeks to be saved by Faith, and does not seek to have Assurance or Confidence of his own Salvation does but deceive himself,
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and delude his Soul with a mere Fansie instead of saving Faith, and doth in effect seek to be saved in his corrupt Natural state, without receiving and laying actual hold of the Lord Jesus Christ and his Salvation.
and delude his Soul with a mere Fancy instead of Saving Faith, and does in Effect seek to be saved in his corrupt Natural state, without receiving and laying actual hold of the Lord jesus christ and his Salvation.
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If we would live to God, not our selves, but by Christ living in us, according to Paul ▪ s Example, we must be able to assure our selves as he did, Christ loved me and gave himself for me, Gal. 2.20. We are taught, that if we live in the Spirit, we shall walk in the Spirit, Gal. 5.25. It would be high Presumption if we should endeavour to walk above our natural Strength and Power by the Spirit, before we have made sure of our living by the Spirit.
If we would live to God, not our selves, but by christ living in us, according to Paul ▪ s Exampl, we must be able to assure our selves as he did, christ loved me and gave himself for me, Gal. 2.20. We Are taught, that if we live in the Spirit, we shall walk in the Spirit, Gal. 5.25. It would be high Presumption if we should endeavour to walk above our natural Strength and Power by the Spirit, before we have made sure of our living by the Spirit.
I have shewed that we cannot make Use of the comfortable Benefits of the Saving Grace of Christ, whereby the Gospel doth engage and encourage us to an holy Practice,
I have showed that we cannot make Use of the comfortable Benefits of the Saving Grace of christ, whereby the Gospel does engage and encourage us to an holy Practice,
and risen with Christ, and not under the Law, but under Grace, and Members of Christ's Body, the Temple of his Spirit, the dear Children of God, it would be Hypocrisie to serve God upon the Account of such Priviledges as if we reckoned our selves to be Partakers of them;
and risen with christ, and not under the Law, but under Grace, and Members of Christ's Body, the Temple of his Spirit, the dear Children of God, it would be Hypocrisy to serve God upon the Account of such Privileges as if we reckoned our selves to be Partakers of them;
some Arguments taken from the Justice and Wrath of God against Sinners, and his Mercy towards those that perform the Condition of sincere Obedience, would work more powerfully upon me.
Some Arguments taken from the justice and Wrath of God against Sinners, and his Mercy towards those that perform the Condition of sincere obedience, would work more powerfully upon me.
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O what a miserable worthless kind of saving Faith is this? that cannot fit a Believer to practice in a Gospel manner upon the most pure and powerful Principles of Grace,
O what a miserable worthless kind of Saving Faith is this? that cannot fit a Believer to practice in a Gospel manner upon the most pure and powerful Principles of Grace,
so it faileth also in the very matter of some great Duties, which are of such a nature that they include Assurance of God's Love in the right Performance of them, such are those great Duties of Peace with God, rejoycing in the Lord always, Hope that maketh not ashamed, owning the Lord as our God and our Saviour, praying to him as our Father in Heaven, offering up Body and Soul as an acceptable Sacrifice to him, casting all our Cares of Body and Soul upon him, Contentment and hearty Thanksgiving in every Condition, making our Boast in the Lord, triumphing in his Praise, rejoycing in Tribulation, putting on Christ in our Baptism, receiving Christ's Body as broken for us,
so it Faileth also in the very matter of Some great Duties, which Are of such a nature that they include Assurance of God's Love in the right Performance of them, such Are those great Duties of Peace with God, rejoicing in the Lord always, Hope that makes not ashamed, owning the Lord as our God and our Saviour, praying to him as our Father in Heaven, offering up Body and Soul as an acceptable Sacrifice to him, casting all our Cares of Body and Soul upon him, Contentment and hearty Thanksgiving in every Condition, making our Boast in the Lord, triumphing in his Praise, rejoicing in Tribulation, putting on christ in our Baptism, receiving Christ's Body as broken for us,
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and his Blood as shed for us in the Lord's Supper, committing our Souls willingly to God as our Redeemer when ever he shall be pleased to call for us, loving Christ's Second Appearance,
and his Blood as shed for us in the Lord's Supper, committing our Souls willingly to God as our Redeemer when ever he shall be pleased to call for us, loving Christ's Second Appearance,
or if we do not find that we have such a holy Faith as doth enable or incline us to the Performance of them? And can we be thus enabled and inclined by any Faith that is without some true Assurance of our Salvation? Therefore I conclude, that we must necessarily have some Assurance of our Salvation in the direct Act of Faith, whereby we are justified, sanctified,
or if we do not find that we have such a holy Faith as does enable or incline us to the Performance of them? And can we be thus enabled and inclined by any Faith that is without Some true Assurance of our Salvation? Therefore I conclude, that we must necessarily have Some Assurance of our Salvation in the Direct Act of Faith, whereby we Are justified, sanctified,
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and saved, before we can upon any good ground assure our selves that we are already in a state of Salvation by that which they call the Reflect Act. Give me such a saving Faith as will produce such Fruits as these.
and saved, before we can upon any good ground assure our selves that we Are already in a state of Salvation by that which they call the Reflect Act. Give me such a Saving Faith as will produce such Fruits as these.
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No other Faith will work by Love, and therefore will not avail to Salvation in Christ, Gal. 5.6. The Apostle James putteth thee upon shewing thy Faith by thy Works, James 2.18.
No other Faith will work by Love, and Therefore will not avail to Salvation in christ, Gal. 5.6. The Apostle James putteth thee upon showing thy Faith by thy Works, James 2.18.
from hence hath proceeded that Heroick Fortitude of the People of God, whereby their absolute Obedience to God hath shined forth in doing and suffering those great things which are recorded in the holy Scriptures and in the Histories of the Church.
from hence hath proceeded that Heroic Fortitude of the People of God, whereby their absolute obedience to God hath shined forth in doing and suffering those great things which Are recorded in the holy Scriptures and in the Histories of the Church.
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And if we be ever called to the fiery Trial as Protestants formerly were, we shall find their Doctrine of Assurance, to encourage us in suffering for the sake of Christ.
And if we be ever called to the fiery Trial as Protestants formerly were, we shall find their Doctrine of Assurance, to encourage us in suffering for the sake of christ.
it tendeth to bereave our Souls of all Assurance of our Salvation and solid Comfort which is the Life of Religion, by placing it after sincere universal Obedience,
it tendeth to bereave our Souls of all Assurance of our Salvation and solid Comfort which is the Life of Religion, by placing it After sincere universal obedience,
It is one of the principal Pillars whereby manifold Superstitions in Popery are supported, as their Monkish Orders, their Satisfactions for Sin by Works, of Penance, Bodily Macerations, Whippings, Pilgrimages, Indulgences, trusting on the Merits of Saints, &c. When once Men have lost the Knowledge of the right way to assure themselves of Salvation, they will catch at any Straw to avoid Drowning in the Gulph of Despair.
It is one of the principal Pillars whereby manifold Superstitions in Popery Are supported, as their Monkish Order, their Satisfactions for since by Works, of Penance, Bodily Macerations, Whippings, Pilgrimages, Indulgences, trusting on the Merits of Saints, etc. When once Men have lost the Knowledge of the right Way to assure themselves of Salvation, they will catch At any Straw to avoid Drowning in the Gulf of Despair.
There is no way to administer any solid Comfort to the wounded Spirits of those that see themselves void of all Holiness, under the Wrath and Curse of God, dead in Sin, not able so much as to think a good Thought;
There is no Way to administer any solid Comfort to the wounded Spirits of those that see themselves void of all Holiness, under the Wrath and Curse of God, dead in since, not able so much as to think a good Thought;
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so that they have no time or leisure to get good Qualifications, and examine the Goodness of them, you must have a more speedy way to comfort such by discovering to them the Free-Promises of Salvation to the worst of Sinners by Faith in Christ,
so that they have no time or leisure to get good Qualifications, and examine the goodness of them, you must have a more speedy Way to Comfort such by discovering to them the Free-Promises of Salvation to the worst of Sinners by Faith in christ,
and by exhorting them to apply those Promises and trust on Christ confidently for Remission of Sins, Holiness and Glory, assuring them also that God will help them to believe sincerely on Christ,
and by exhorting them to apply those Promises and trust on christ confidently for Remission of Sins, Holiness and Glory, assuring them also that God will help them to believe sincerely on christ,
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how hard a thing then will it be for true Believers to assure themselves, by the certain Knowledge of their own Sincerity, that they are in a state of Grace already, which is the only Assurance of Faith? Some prescribe Marks and Signs to distinguish Sincerity from Hypocrisie, that Believers cannot sufficiently try themselves by them,
how hard a thing then will it be for true Believers to assure themselves, by the certain Knowledge of their own Sincerity, that they Are in a state of Grace already, which is the only Assurance of Faith? some prescribe Marks and Signs to distinguish Sincerity from Hypocrisy, that Believers cannot sufficiently try themselves by them,
and staying your self upon your God, when you walk in Darkness and see no light in any of your own Qualifications, Isa. 50.10. I doubt not but the Experience of many choice Christians will bear witness to this Truth.
and staying your self upon your God, when you walk in Darkness and see no Light in any of your own Qualifications, Isaiah 50.10. I doubt not but the Experience of many choice Christians will bear witness to this Truth.
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HAving already discovered to you the powerful and effectual means of an holy practice, my remaining work is to lead you to the actual Exercise and Improvement of them,
HAving already discovered to you the powerful and effectual means of an holy practice, my remaining work is to led you to the actual Exercise and Improvement of them,
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and by which the Foundation of all other holy Duties is laid in the Soul. It is before sufficiently proved, That Christ himself, with all Endowments necessary to enable us to an holy practice, is received actually into our hearts by Faith.
and by which the Foundation of all other holy Duties is laid in the Soul. It is before sufficiently proved, That christ himself, with all Endowments necessary to enable us to an holy practice, is received actually into our hearts by Faith.
and maketh us Branches of that noble Vine, Members of that Body joyned to that excellent Head, living Stones of the spiritual Temple, built upon the precious living Corner-stone and sure Foundation, partakers of the Bread and Drink that came down from Heaven and giveth Life to the World.
and makes us Branches of that noble Vine, Members of that Body joined to that excellent Head, living Stones of the spiritual Temple, built upon the precious living Cornerstone and sure Foundation, partakers of the Bred and Drink that Come down from Heaven and gives Life to the World.
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If we put the Question, what must we do that we may work the works of God? Christ resolveth it, That we believe on him whom he hath sent, Joh. 6.28, 29. He putteth us first upon the work of believing, which is the work of God by way of eminence, the work of works,
If we put the Question, what must we do that we may work the works of God? christ resolves it, That we believe on him whom he hath sent, John 6.28, 29. He putteth us First upon the work of believing, which is the work of God by Way of eminence, the work of works,
If the Light of Nature were not darkned in the matters of Salvation, then it would shew us, that we cannot of our selves find out the way of Salvation,
If the Light of Nature were not darkened in the matters of Salvation, then it would show us, that we cannot of our selves find out the Way of Salvation,
and would condemn those that despise that Revelation of the way of Salvation that God hath given us in the Gospel, declared in all the holy Scriptures.
and would condemn those that despise that Revelation of the Way of Salvation that God hath given us in the Gospel, declared in all the holy Scriptures.
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yea, the great end of all revealed Doctrines in the whole Scriptures, is to make us wise to Salvation by Faith that is in Christ Jesus, 2 Cor. 3.15. The end of the Law given by Moses, was for Righteousness to every one that believeth, Rom. 10.4. and Christ was that end for Righteousness.
yea, the great end of all revealed Doctrines in the Whole Scriptures, is to make us wise to Salvation by Faith that is in christ jesus, 2 Cor. 3.15. The end of the Law given by Moses, was for Righteousness to every one that Believeth, Rom. 10.4. and christ was that end for Righteousness.
the only fruit that such an one can attain to, of all the saving Doctrines of the Scripture, is only some hypocritical moral Duties and slavish performances, which will be as filthy rags in the sight of God in the great day.
the only fruit that such an one can attain to, of all the Saving Doctrines of the Scripture, is only Some hypocritical moral Duties and slavish performances, which will be as filthy rags in the sighed of God in the great day.
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All the sins in their Scrouls would not prevail to their Condemnation, yea, they would not prevail in their Conversation, were it not for their unbelief.
All the Sins in their Scrolls would not prevail to their Condemnation, yea, they would not prevail in their Conversation, were it not for their unbelief.
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For, He that believeth not on the Son shall not see Life, but the wrath of God abideth on him, Joh. 3.36. The Lord Jesus shall be revealed from Heaven in flaming fire, taking Vengeance on those that obey not the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, 2 Thes. 1.5. 2. Believing on Christ, is a work that will require diligent endeavour and labour for the performance of it;
For, He that Believeth not on the Son shall not see Life, but the wrath of God Abideth on him, John 3.36. The Lord jesus shall be revealed from Heaven in flaming fire, taking Vengeance on those that obey not the Gospel of our Lord jesus christ, 2 Thebes 1.5. 2. Believing on christ, is a work that will require diligent endeavour and labour for the performance of it;
we must shew diligence to the full assurance of hope to the end, that we may be followers of them who through Faith and Patience inherited the promises, Heb. 6.11, 12. It is a work that requireth the exercise of Might and Power,
we must show diligence to the full assurance of hope to the end, that we may be followers of them who through Faith and Patience inherited the promises, Hebrew 6.11, 12. It is a work that requires the exercise of Might and Power,
and therefore we have need to be strengthned with might by the Spirit in the inward Man, that Christ may dwell in our hearts by Faith, Eph. 3.16, 17. I confess it is easie, pleasant and delicious in its own nature,
and Therefore we have need to be strengthened with might by the Spirit in the inward Man, that christ may dwell in our hearts by Faith, Ephesians 3.16, 17. I confess it is easy, pleasant and delicious in its own nature,
and to account the way of Salvation by Free Grace, foolish and pernicious, when our Lusts encline us strongly to the things of the flesh and the World,
and to account the Way of Salvation by Free Grace, foolish and pernicious, when our Lustiest incline us strongly to the things of the Flesh and the World,
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when Satan doth his utmost by his own suggestions, and by false Teachers, and by worldly Allurements and Terrors to hinder the sincere performance of this Duty.
when Satan does his utmost by his own suggestions, and by false Teachers, and by worldly Allurements and Terrors to hinder the sincere performance of this Duty.
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That easie comfortable Duty which Moses exhorted the Israelites to, when Pharoah with his Chariot and Horse-men overtook them at the Red Sea, Be ye not afraid, stand still and see the Salvation of the Lord, which he will shew you this day, Exod. 14.13. was not easily performed.
That easy comfortable Duty which Moses exhorted the Israelites to, when Pharaoh with his Chariot and Horsemen overtook them At the Read Sea, Be you not afraid, stand still and see the Salvation of the Lord, which he will show you this day, Exod 14.13. was not Easily performed.
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The very easiness of some Duties makes their performance difficult, as Naaman the Assyrian was hardly brought, to wash and be clean, because he thought it to be too slight and easie a Remedy for the Cure of his Leprosie, 2 Kings 5.12, 13. even in this very case, people are offended at the Duty of Believing on Christ,
The very easiness of Some Duties makes their performance difficult, as Naaman the assyrian was hardly brought, to wash and be clean, Because he Thought it to be too slight and easy a Remedy for the Cure of his Leprosy, 2 Kings 5.12, 13. even in this very case, people Are offended At the Duty of Believing on christ,
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as too slight and easie a remedy to Cure the Leprosie of the Soul, they would have some harder thing enjoyned them to the attainment of so great an end as this everlasting Salvation.
as too slight and easy a remedy to Cure the Leprosy of the Soul, they would have Some harder thing enjoined them to the attainment of so great an end as this everlasting Salvation.
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and inhumane Observations, as the Jows and Christian Galatians were more easily brought to take upon their Necks the Yoke of Moses 's La w, which none were able to bear, Acts 15.10. The Heathens were more easily brought to burn their Sons and their Daughters in the Fire to their Gods, Deut. 12.31.
and inhumane Observations, as the Jows and Christian Galatians were more Easily brought to take upon their Necks the Yoke of Moses is La w, which none were able to bear, Acts 15.10. The heathens were more Easily brought to burn their Sons and their Daughters in the Fire to their God's, Deuteronomy 12.31.
The Papists are brought more easily to the Vows of Chastity and Poverty, and Obedience to the most rigorous rules of Monastick Discipline, to macerate and torture their Bodies with Fastings, Scourgings,
The Papists Are brought more Easily to the Vows of Chastity and Poverty, and obedience to the most rigorous rules of Monastic Discipline, to macerate and torture their Bodies with Fastings, Scourgings,
It is so difficult a work, that we can't perform it without the mighty working of the Spirit of God in our Hearts, who only can make it to be absolutely easie to us,
It is so difficult a work, that we can't perform it without the mighty working of the Spirit of God in our Hearts, who only can make it to be absolutely easy to us,
yet it is necessary that we should endeavour. And that before we can find the Spirit of God working Faith effectually in us, or giving strength to Believe.
yet it is necessary that we should endeavour. And that before we can find the Spirit of God working Faith effectually in us, or giving strength to Believe.
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Work out your Salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God that worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure, Phil. 2.12, 13. The way whereby the Spirit works Faith in the Elect, is by stirring them up to endeavour to Believe,
Work out your Salvation with Fear and trembling, for it is God that works in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure, Philip 2.12, 13. The Way whereby the Spirit works Faith in the Elect, is by stirring them up to endeavour to Believe,
and this is a way suitable to the means that the Spirit useth, i. e. The Exhortations, Commands and Invitations of the Gospel, which would be of no force,
and this is a Way suitable to the means that the Spirit uses, i. e. The Exhortations, Commands and Invitations of the Gospel, which would be of no force,
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and whosoever trusteth on Christ assuredly for strength to believe by his Spirit, doth in effect trust on Christ for his own Salvation, which is inseparably joyned with the Grace of saving Faith.
and whosoever Trusteth on christ assuredly for strength to believe by his Spirit, does in Effect trust on christ for his own Salvation, which is inseparably joined with the Grace of Saving Faith.
and thereby know it when it is past and gone, Joh. 3.8. we must therefore begin the work, before we know that the Spirit doth or will work in us savingly:
and thereby know it when it is past and gone, John 3.8. we must Therefore begin the work, before we know that the Spirit does or will work in us savingly:
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and will certainly come to Christ by Believing, Joh. 6.45. Every one that receiveth it not despiseth God, maketh him a lyar, and deserveth justly to perish for his Unbelief.
and will Certainly come to christ by Believing, John 6.45. Every one that receives it not despises God, makes him a liar, and deserveth justly to perish for his Unbelief.
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4. Tho the Spirit worketh saving Faith only in the Elect, and others believe not, because they are not of Christ's Sheep, Joh. 10.26. and on that account its called the Faith of Gods Elect, Tit. 1.1.
4. Tho the Spirit works Saving Faith only in the Elect, and Others believe not, Because they Are not of Christ's Sheep, John 10.26. and on that account its called the Faith of God's Elect, Tit. 1.1.
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and yet even these were broken off from the good Olive-tree because of their Unbelief, Rom. 11.7, 20. We cannot have a certain knowledge of our Election to Eternal Life before we do Believe;
and yet even these were broken off from the good Olive-tree Because of their Unbelief, Rom. 11.7, 20. We cannot have a certain knowledge of our Election to Eternal Life before we do Believe;
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The Apostle knew the Election of the Thessalonians, by sinding the evidence of their Faith, that the Gospel came to them, not in Word only, but also in Power,
The Apostle knew the Election of the Thessalonians, by sinding the evidence of their Faith, that the Gospel Come to them, not in Word only, but also in Power,
before we have any good evidence of our Election, because God that cannot Lye, hath made a general promise, That whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed, without making the least difference among them that perform this Duty, Rom. 10.11, 12. The Promise is as firm and sure to be fulfilled,
before we have any good evidence of our Election, Because God that cannot Lie, hath made a general promise, That whosoever Believeth on him shall not be ashamed, without making the least difference among them that perform this Duty, Rom. 10.11, 12. The Promise is as firm and sure to be fulfilled,
For if we Believe, we shall at last be found among the number of the Elect. And if we refuse to Believe, we shall thereby wilfully sort our selves among the Reprobates, that stumble at the Word, being disobedient, whereunto also they are appointed, 1 Pet. 2.8.
For if we Believe, we shall At last be found among the number of the Elect. And if we refuse to Believe, we shall thereby wilfully sort our selves among the Reprobates, that Stumble At the Word, being disobedient, whereunto also they Are appointed, 1 Pet. 2.8.
All spiritual saving Blessings wherewith God blesseth his People in Christ, are the peculiar Portion of them whom God hath chosen in Christ before the foundation of the World, Eph. 1.3, 4. yet we must necessarily trust on Christ for those saving Blessings, or have none at all:
All spiritual Saving Blessings wherewith God Blesses his People in christ, Are the peculiar Portion of them whom God hath chosen in christ before the Foundation of the World, Ephesians 1.3, 4. yet we must necessarily trust on christ for those Saving Blessings, or have none At all:
We are to pray in Faith nothing doubting, that God will remember us with the favour that he beareth to his People, that we may see the good of his Chosen,
We Are to pray in Faith nothing doubting, that God will Remember us with the favour that he bears to his People, that we may see the good of his Chosen,
Thus it appeareth, that it is not presumption, but your bounden Duty, to apply your selves to the great work of Believing on Christ for Salvation, without questioning at all before-hand,
Thus it appears, that it is not presumption, but your bounden Duty, to apply your selves to the great work of Believing on christ for Salvation, without questioning At all beforehand,
Secret things belong to God, but those things that are revealed belong unto us, that we may do them, Deut. 29.29. The second thing directed to, is, that you should endeavour for a right manner of performing this Duty.
Secret things belong to God, but those things that Are revealed belong unto us, that we may do them, Deuteronomy 29.29. The second thing directed to, is, that you should endeavour for a right manner of performing this Duty.
if a man say he have Faith, and have not Works? Can that Faith save him? The Devils also believe and tremble, Jam. 2.14, 19. Take heed therefore lest you deceive your Souls with a counterfeit Faith, instead of the precious Faith of God's Elect. The way to distinguish the one from the other, is by considering well what is the right manner of that Believing which is effectaal to Salvation:
if a man say he have Faith, and have not Works? Can that Faith save him? The Devils also believe and tremble, Jam. 2.14, 19. Take heed Therefore lest you deceive your Souls with a counterfeit Faith, instead of the precious Faith of God's Elect. The Way to distinguish the one from the other, is by considering well what is the right manner of that Believing which is effectaal to Salvation:
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but they are defective in the manner of performance, wherein the excellency of the Work doth chiefly consist. One great reason why many strive to enter in at the strait Gate,
but they Are defective in the manner of performance, wherein the excellency of the Work does chiefly consist. One great reason why many strive to enter in At the strait Gate,
and we have this great Consolation, when we see our own folly and proneness to mistake our way, that if we heartily desire and endeavour to Believe on Christ aright, we may considently trust on Christ to guide us.
and we have this great Consolation, when we see our own folly and proneness to mistake our Way, that if we heartily desire and endeavour to Believe on christ aright, we may confidently trust on christ to guide us.
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the Meek will he guide in Judgment, and the Meek will he teach his way, Psal. 25.8, 9. and he commandeth them that lack Wisdom, to ask it of God in Faith, nothing doubting, Jam. 1.5, 6. But however, we are to know, that God guideth us only according to the rule of his Word;
the Meek will he guide in Judgement, and the Meek will he teach his Way, Psalm 25.8, 9. and he commands them that lack Wisdom, to ask it of God in Faith, nothing doubting, Jam. 1.5, 6. But however, we Are to know, that God guideth us only according to the Rule of his Word;
In the first place, you are highly concerned to endeavour for a right belief of the Truth of the Gospel of Christ, that so you may be well furnished, disposed and encouraged to Believe on Christ as revealed and promised in the Gospel;
In the First place, you Are highly concerned to endeavour for a right belief of the Truth of the Gospel of christ, that so you may be well furnished, disposed and encouraged to Believe on christ as revealed and promised in the Gospel;
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It is found by experience, that when any fail in the second Act of Faith, the reason of the failing is commonly some defect in this first Act. There is some false imagination or other in them, contrary to the belief of the Truth of the Gospel;
It is found by experience, that when any fail in the second Act of Faith, the reason of the failing is commonly Some defect in this First Act. There is Some false imagination or other in them, contrary to the belief of the Truth of the Gospel;
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If they knew the Name of Christ as he is discovered in the Gospel, and judged aright of the Truth and Excellency of it, they would not fail to put their Trust in him.
If they knew the Name of christ as he is discovered in the Gospel, and judged aright of the Truth and Excellency of it, they would not fail to put their Trust in him.
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yea foolish and pernicious, because of our Ignorance, Self-conceitedness, guilty Consciences, corrupt Affections, and manifold Errors wherewith our Judgments are prepossessed in matters of Salvation;
yea foolish and pernicious, Because of our Ignorance, Self-conceitedness, guilty Consciences, corrupt Affections, and manifold Errors wherewith our Judgments Are prepossessed in matters of Salvation;
and because Satan laboureth to beguil us, as he did Eve, through his subtilty to corrupt our minds from the simplicity of the Gospel that is in Christ, 2 Cor. 11.3. I shall therefore give you some particular Instructions, that are of greatest moment to prevent such defects as we are most lyable to in the first Act of our Faith.
and Because Satan Laboureth to beguile us, as he did Eve, through his subtlety to corrupt our minds from the simplicity of the Gospel that is in christ, 2 Cor. 11.3. I shall Therefore give you Some particular Instructions, that Are of greatest moment to prevent such defects as we Are most liable to in the First Act of our Faith.
And that you cannot possibly procure your reconciliation with God, or any spiritual Life and Strength to do any good work, by any endeavouring to get Salvation according to the terms of the Legal Covenant,
And that you cannot possibly procure your reconciliation with God, or any spiritual Life and Strength to do any good work, by any endeavouring to get Salvation according to the terms of the Legal Covenant,
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and that you cannot find any way to escape out of this sinful and miserable Condition by your own Reason and Understanding, without supernatural Revelation,
and that you cannot find any Way to escape out of this sinful and miserable Condition by your own Reason and Understanding, without supernatural Revelation,
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as the Publicans and Harlots, Mat. 21.31. 2. You are to believe assuredly, That there is no way to be saved without receiving all the saving benesits of Christ, his Spirit as well as his Merits, Sanctification as well as remission of sins by Faith.
as the Publicans and Harlots, Mathew 21.31. 2. You Are to believe assuredly, That there is no Way to be saved without receiving all the Saving benefits of christ, his Spirit as well as his Merits, Sanctification as well as remission of Sins by Faith.
So that none are freed from Condemnation by Christ, but those that are enabled to walk holily, i. e. not after the flesh, but after the spirit, Rom. 8.1.
So that none Are freed from Condemnation by christ, but those that Are enabled to walk holily, i. e. not After the Flesh, but After the Spirit, Rom. 8.1.
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and therefore it will never bring us to heavenly Glory, Heb. 12.14. 3. You are to be fully persuaded of the Allsufficiency of Christ for the Salvation of your self, and of all that believe on him, that his blood cleanseth from all sin, 1 Joh. 1.7.
and Therefore it will never bring us to heavenly Glory, Hebrew 12.14. 3. You Are to be Fully persuaded of the All-sufficiency of christ for the Salvation of your self, and of all that believe on him, that his blood Cleanseth from all since, 1 John 1.7.
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We find in Scripture, that abominable wicked persons have bin saved by him, Idolaters, Adulterers, Effeminate, Covetous, Drunkards, Extortioners, &c. 1 Cor. 6.9, 10. Such as have sinned against the Light of Nature,
We find in Scripture, that abominable wicked Persons have been saved by him, Idolaters, Adulterers, Effeminate, Covetous, Drunkards, Extortioners, etc. 1 Cor. 6.9, 10. Such as have sinned against the Light of Nature,
but if their Hearts be somewhat polluted with them, Christ testifieth, that all manner of sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven, besides blasphemy against the Holy Ghost, Mat. 10.31.
but if their Hearts be somewhat polluted with them, christ Testifieth, that all manner of since and blasphemy shall be forgiven, beside blasphemy against the Holy Ghost, Mathew 10.31.
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And as for those that are guilty of Blasphemy against the Holy Ghost, the reason why they are never forgiven, is not because of any want of sufficiency in the Blood of Christ,
And as for those that Are guilty of Blasphemy against the Holy Ghost, the reason why they Are never forgiven, is not Because of any want of sufficiency in the Blood of christ,
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or in the pardoning mercy of God, but because they never repent of that sin, and never seek to God for mercy through Christ, but continue obstinate until Death;
or in the pardoning mercy of God, but Because they never Repent of that since, and never seek to God for mercy through christ, but continue obstinate until Death;
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for the Scripture testifieth, that it is impossible to renew them again by Repentance, Heb. 6.5, 6. So that the Merits of Christ are sufficient for all that seek to him for mercy by Believing:
for the Scripture Testifieth, that it is impossible to renew them again by Repentance, Hebrew 6.5, 6. So that the Merits of christ Are sufficient for all that seek to him for mercy by Believing:
yet persuadeth her self, that if she might but touch the Cloths of Christ, she should be whole, Mar. 5.25, 28. Those that despair by reason of the greatness of their Guilt and Corruption, do greatly dishonour and undervalue the Grace of God, his infinite mercy,
yet Persuadeth her self, that if she might but touch the Clothes of christ, she should be Whole, Mar. 5.25, 28. Those that despair by reason of the greatness of their Gilded and Corruption, do greatly dishonour and undervalue the Grace of God, his infinite mercy,
and the infinite merits of Christ's Blood, and power of his Spirit, and deserve to perish with Cain and Judas: Abundance of People that give up themselves to all Licentiousness in this wicked Generation, lye under secret Despair, which maketh them so desperate in Swearing, Blaspheming, Whoring, Drunkenness, and all manner of Wickedness.
and the infinite merits of Christ's Blood, and power of his Spirit, and deserve to perish with Cain and Judas: Abundance of People that give up themselves to all Licentiousness in this wicked Generation, lie under secret Despair, which makes them so desperate in Swearing, Blaspheming, Whoring, drunkenness, and all manner of Wickedness.
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How horrid and hainous soever our sins and corruptions have bin, we should learn to account them a small matter in comparison to the Grace of Christ, who is God as well as Man,
How horrid and heinous soever our Sins and corruptions have been, we should Learn to account them a small matter in comparison to the Grace of christ, who is God as well as Man,
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4. You are to be fully perswaded of the Truth of the General Free Promise in your own particular case, that if you believe on Christ sincerely, you shall have everlasting Life,
4. You Are to be Fully persuaded of the Truth of the General Free Promise in your own particular case, that if you believe on christ sincerely, you shall have everlasting Life,
For the Promise is Universal, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashanted, Rom. 9.32. without any Exception, and if God exclude you not, you must not exclude your selves,
For the Promise is Universal, Whosoever Believeth on him shall not be ashanted, Rom. 9.32. without any Exception, and if God exclude you not, you must not exclude your selves,
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when they are convinced of the abominable Filthiness of their Hearts, that they are dead in Sin without the least spark of true Grace and Holiness in them, they think that it is in vain for such as they are, to trust on Christ for Salvation,
when they Are convinced of the abominable Filthiness of their Hearts, that they Are dead in since without the least spark of true Grace and Holiness in them, they think that it is in vain for such as they Are, to trust on christ for Salvation,
but they should know that Christ came to save the Chiefest of Sinners, 1 Tim. 1.15. and that the design of God is to shew the exceeding Riches of his Grace in our Salvation, Eph. 2.7. which is most glorified by pardoning the greatest Sinners, and it is but our ignorance to think our selves like no Body;
but they should know that christ Come to save the Chiefest of Sinners, 1 Tim. 1.15. and that the Design of God is to show the exceeding Riches of his Grace in our Salvation, Ephesians 2.7. which is most glorified by pardoning the greatest Sinners, and it is but our ignorance to think our selves like no Body;
and is not subject to his Law, nor can be, Rom. 8.8. and every Imagination of the Thoughts of their Hearts are only evil and continually so, Gen. 6.5. they have all the same corrupt Fountain of all Abominations in their Hearts, tho we may have exceeded many others in several actual Sins.
and is not Subject to his Law, nor can be, Rom. 8.8. and every Imagination of the Thoughts of their Hearts Are only evil and continually so, Gen. 6.5. they have all the same corrupt Fountain of all Abominations in their Hearts, though we may have exceeded many Others in several actual Sins.
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even as long as God calleth upon you by the Gospel ▪ And altho Esau was rejected, that sought rather the Earthly than Spiritual Blessings of the Birth-right,
even as long as God calls upon you by the Gospel ▪ And although Esau was rejected, that sought rather the Earthly than Spiritual Blessings of the Birthright,
because the Reward is of Grace and not of Merit, Matt. 20.9, 10. and here you must be sure to believe stedfastly, that Christ and all his Salvation is bestowed as a Free Gift upon those that do not work to procure any Right or Title to him,
Because the Reward is of Grace and not of Merit, Matt. 20.9, 10. and Here you must be sure to believe steadfastly, that christ and all his Salvation is bestowed as a Free Gift upon those that do not work to procure any Right or Title to him,
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or meetness or worthiness to receive him, but only believe on him that justifieth the ungodly, Rom. 4.5. if you put any condition of Works or good Qualifications betwixt your selves and Christ, it will be a Partition wall that you can never climb over.
or meetness or worthiness to receive him, but only believe on him that Justifieth the ungodly, Rom. 4.5. if you put any condition of Works or good Qualifications betwixt your selves and christ, it will be a Partition wall that you can never climb over.
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as when Jesus commanded the blind Man to be called, they said unto him, Be of good comfort and rise, he calleth thee, Mat. 10.29. A Command of Christ made Peter to walk upon the Water, Mat. 14.29.
as when jesus commanded the blind Man to be called, they said unto him, Be of good Comfort and rise, he calls thee, Mathew 10.29. A Command of christ made Peter to walk upon the Water, Mathew 14.29.
Turn ye, turn ye from your evil ways, for why will ye die, O house of Israel, Ezek. 33.11. Christ testifieth, that he would often have gathered the Children of Jerusalem as a hen, &c. and they would not, Mat. 23.37.
Turn you, turn you from your evil ways, for why will you die, Oh house of Israel, Ezekiel 33.11. christ Testifieth, that he would often have gathered the Children of Jerusalem as a hen, etc. and they would not, Mathew 23.37.
And the Apostle Paul testifieth, that God will have all men to be saved, &c. 1 Tim. 1.4. you are to reject and abandon all thoughts that are contrary to this persuasion.
And the Apostle Paul Testifieth, that God will have all men to be saved, etc. 1 Tim. 1.4. you Are to reject and abandon all thoughts that Are contrary to this persuasion.
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If a Prophet, or Angel from Heaven sent of God on purpose to declare, that the Sentence of Everlasting Damnation is declared against thee, it would be thy Duty to believe, that God sent him to give thee timely warning,
If a Prophet, or Angel from Heaven sent of God on purpose to declare, that the Sentence of Everlasting Damnation is declared against thee, it would be thy Duty to believe, that God sent him to give thee timely warning,
yet he himself taught them, If they turned from their evil ways, God would repent of the evil, Jer. 18.7, 8, 11. Jonah preached nothing but certain Destruction of Nineveh, to be executed upon them within 40 days, Chap. 3.4. yet the intent of that terrible message was, that those Heathenish People might escape Destruction by Repentance.
yet he himself taught them, If they turned from their evil ways, God would Repent of the evil, Jer. 18.7, 8, 11. Jonah preached nothing but certain Destruction of Nineveh, to be executed upon them within 40 days, Chap. 3.4. yet the intent of that terrible message was, that those Heathenish People might escape Destruction by Repentance.
The most absolute and peremptory denunciations of Divine Vengeance against us while we are in this World, must be always understood with a secret reserve of Salvation for us, upon our Faith and Repentance.
The most absolute and peremptory denunciations of Divine Vengeance against us while we Are in this World, must be always understood with a secret reserve of Salvation for us, upon our Faith and Repentance.
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And we are to account, that the reason why God doth so terribly denounce his Judgments against us by his Word is, that we may escape them, by flying for Refuge to his free Mercy in Christ ▪ Take heed of fostering any thoughts, that God hath absolutely decreed to shew no saving Mercy to you,
And we Are to account, that the reason why God does so terribly denounce his Judgments against us by his Word is, that we may escape them, by flying for Refuge to his free Mercy in christ ▪ Take heed of fostering any thoughts, that God hath absolutely decreed to show no Saving Mercy to you,
and what ground can we have to entertain such unbelieving thoughts? Hath God made us of his Privy-Council, that we should be able to know that God hath decreed us to Damnation,
and what ground can we have to entertain such unbelieving thoughts? Hath God made us of his Privy-Council, that we should be able to know that God hath decreed us to Damnation,
before it be manifest by our final unbelief and impenitence? As for the unpardonable sin, it consisteth in renouncing the way of Salvation by Christ with the whole heart,
before it be manifest by our final unbelief and impenitence? As for the unpardonable since, it Consisteth in renouncing the Way of Salvation by christ with the Whole heart,
Its the sin that the Christian Hebrews would have bin guilty of, if they had revolted from Christianity to the Religion of the unbelieving Jews, that accounted Christ to be an Impostor,
Its the since that the Christian Hebrews would have been guilty of, if they had revolted from Christianity to the Religion of the unbelieving jews, that accounted christ to be an Impostor,
and were most rancorous persecutors of him and his ways, Heb. 6.4, 5. They that have committed that sin continue implacable, malicious Enemies to Christ and his ways to the end, without any repentance:
and were most rancorous persecutors of him and his ways, Hebrew 6.4, 5. They that have committed that since continue implacable, malicious Enemies to christ and his ways to the end, without any Repentance:
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We must account all things but loss, for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus our Lord, &c. Phil. 3.8. Incline your Wills and Affections to choose and embrace Christ as the Chief Good, and never to rest satisfied without the Enjoyment of him;
We must account all things but loss, for the excellency of the knowledge of christ jesus our Lord, etc. Philip 3.8. Incline your Wills and Affections to choose and embrace christ as the Chief Good, and never to rest satisfied without the Enjoyment of him;
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Christ is precious in the esteem of all true Believers, 1 Pet. 2.7. Their high esteem of his incomparable preciousness and excellency, induceth them to sell all, that they may buy this Pearl of great price, Mat. 13.46. this maketh them to say, Lord evermore give us of this Bread, that cometh down from Heaven and giveth Life to the World:
christ is precious in the esteem of all true Believers, 1 Pet. 2.7. Their high esteem of his incomparable preciousness and excellency, induceth them to fell all, that they may buy this Pearl of great price, Mathew 13.46. this makes them to say, Lord evermore give us of this Bred, that comes down from Heaven and gives Life to the World:
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They are sick of love to him, because he is in their Eyes the chiefest of ten thousand, Cant. 5.8, 10. As the Glory of God that appeared in the wonderful Beauty of the Temple,
They Are sick of love to him, Because he is in their Eyes the chiefest of ten thousand, Cant 5.8, 10. As the Glory of God that appeared in the wondered Beauty of the Temple,
so the unparallel'd excellency of Christ which was prefigured by the Glory of Solomon and the Temple, doth more powerfully draw Believers in these Gospel-days.
so the unparalleled excellency of christ which was prefigured by the Glory of Solomon and the Temple, does more powerfully draw Believers in these Gospel days.
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The Spirit of God doth habitually dispose and encline our Hearts to a right performance of this act, by enabling us to perform the first Act according to the former instructions, by believing assuredly those great things of the Gospel, whereby we are delivered into a form of doctrine, Rom. 6.17. which we are to obey from our hearts, and to follow as our pattern in the manner of our Acting Faith in Christ for Salvation.
The Spirit of God does habitually dispose and incline our Hearts to a right performance of this act, by enabling us to perform the First Act according to the former instructions, by believing assuredly those great things of the Gospel, whereby we Are Delivered into a from of Doctrine, Rom. 6.17. which we Are to obey from our hearts, and to follow as our pattern in the manner of our Acting Faith in christ for Salvation.
Therefore I need only to exhort you briefly to Act your Faith in Christ, according to that form and pattern in which you have bin already so largely instructed.
Therefore I need only to exhort you briefly to Act your Faith in christ, according to that from and pattern in which you have been already so largely instructed.
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despairing altogether of any attainment of Happiness by your own Wisdom, Strength, works of Righteousness, or any fleshly worldly Confidences whatsoever:
despairing altogether of any attainment of Happiness by your own Wisdom, Strength, works of Righteousness, or any fleshly worldly Confidences whatsoever:
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We must be as dead People to all other Confidences, and account them to be loss for Christ, according to the example of the blessed Apostle, Phil. 3.3, 7, 8. We must not be grieved that we have nothing to trust upon besides Christ,
We must be as dead People to all other Confidences, and account them to be loss for christ, according to the Exampl of the blessed Apostle, Philip 3.3, 7, 8. We must not be grieved that we have nothing to trust upon beside christ,
for our Salvation, but rather, we are to rejoyce that we need nothing else, and that we have a sure foundation to rely upon, incomparably better than any other that can be imagined:
for our Salvation, but rather, we Are to rejoice that we need nothing Else, and that we have a sure Foundation to rely upon, incomparably better than any other that can be imagined:
if we seek to be saved by any other ways, as the Galatians did by Circumcision, Christ will profit us nothing, Gal. 5.2. You are also to receive Christ meerly as a free-gift, given to the Chief of sinners, resolving that you will not perform any Conditions to procure your selves a right and title to him:
if we seek to be saved by any other ways, as the Galatians did by Circumcision, christ will profit us nothing, Gal. 5.2. You Are also to receive christ merely as a Free gift, given to the Chief of Sinners, resolving that you will not perform any Conditions to procure your selves a right and title to him:
But that you will come to him as a lost sinner, an ungodly Creature, trusting on him that Justifieth the ungodly; and that you will buy him without mony, and without any price whatsoever, Rom. 4.5. Isa. 55.2.
But that you will come to him as a lost sinner, an ungodly Creature, trusting on him that Justifieth the ungodly; and that you will buy him without money, and without any price whatsoever, Rom. 4.5. Isaiah 55.2.
and accounting all things Dung in comparison of his Excellency, that you may be able to say from the bottom of your Heart, Whom have I in Heaven but thee? &c. Psal. 73.23. Lastly, You must endeavour to draw near with full assurance of Faith, Heb. 10.22. trusting on Christ confidently for your own particular Salvation, upon the account of that general promise, That whosoever believeth on Christ shall not be ashamed, Rom. 9.33. You must check your selves for all doubtings, fears, staggerings concerning your own Salvation by Christ, saying with the Psalmist, Why art thou cast down O my Soul, &c. Psal. 42.11. The third thing contained in the direction is;
and accounting all things Dung in comparison of his Excellency, that you may be able to say from the bottom of your Heart, Whom have I in Heaven but thee? etc. Psalm 73.23. Lastly, You must endeavour to draw near with full assurance of Faith, Hebrew 10.22. trusting on christ confidently for your own particular Salvation, upon the account of that general promise, That whosoever Believeth on christ shall not be ashamed, Rom. 9.33. You must check your selves for all doubtings, fears, staggerings Concerning your own Salvation by christ, saying with the Psalmist, Why art thou cast down Oh my Soul, etc. Psalm 42.11. The third thing contained in the direction is;
The avoiding of all delay in the performance of this great work of Believing in Christ. Until we have performed it, we continue under the power of Sin and Satan,
The avoiding of all Delay in the performance of this great work of Believing in christ. Until we have performed it, we continue under the power of since and Satan,
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and slay him, Deut. 19.5, 6. We should make haste, and not delay, to keep Gods Commandments, Psal. 119.60. and flee for refuge to the hope set before us, Heb. 6.18.
and slay him, Deuteronomy 19.5, 6. We should make haste, and not Delay, to keep God's commandments, Psalm 119.60. and flee for refuge to the hope Set before us, Hebrew 6.18.
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As soon as they hear of me, they shall obey me, Psal, 18.44. As soon as Zion travailed she brought forth her Children, Isa. 66.8. We have many examples of those that received the Word by Faith at the first hearing of it. Three Thousand were added to the Church on the very same day wherein Peter first published the Gospel in Jerusalem, Acts 2.41. so, many Jews and Gentiles were converted at the first hearing of the Apostle Paul at Antioch, Acts 13.43.
As soon as they hear of me, they shall obey me, Psalm, 18.44. As soon as Zion travailed she brought forth her Children, Isaiah 66.8. We have many Examples of those that received the Word by Faith At the First hearing of it. Three Thousand were added to the Church on the very same day wherein Peter First published the Gospel in Jerusalem, Acts 2.41. so, many jews and Gentiles were converted At the First hearing of the Apostle Paul At Antioch, Acts 13.43.
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The Jaylor, with all his house believed, and were baptized the same Night wherein Paul first preached to them, Acts 16.33, 34. The Gospel came at first to the Thessalonians, not in Word only,
The Jailor, with all his house believed, and were baptised the same Night wherein Paul First preached to them, Acts 16.33, 34. The Gospel Come At First to the Thessalonians, not in Word only,
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but in Power, and in the Holy Ghost, 1 Thes. 1.5, 6. If God open the Hearts of his People to attend diligently, they may be instructed in the knowledge of the Gospel by one brief Sermon, sufficiently to begin the practice of saving Faith;
but in Power, and in the Holy Ghost, 1 Thebes 1.5, 6. If God open the Hearts of his People to attend diligently, they may be instructed in the knowledge of the Gospel by one brief Sermon, sufficiently to begin the practice of Saving Faith;
When Satan cannot prevail with People, to reject wholly the Duty of Believing, his next attempt for the ruin of their Souls is, to prevail with them at least, to delay and shift off the performance of it from time to time, by several false reasonings and imaginations which he putteth into their minds;
When Satan cannot prevail with People, to reject wholly the Duty of Believing, his next attempt for the ruin of their Souls is, to prevail with them At least, to Delay and shift off the performance of it from time to time, by several false reasonings and Imaginations which he putteth into their minds;
the most ignorant and sensual are easily prevailed with to defer this Duty, until they have taken their fill of the pleasures, profits, and honours of this World;
the most ignorant and sensual Are Easily prevailed with to defer this Duty, until they have taken their fill of the pleasures, profits, and honours of this World;
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and are summoned to prepare for another World, by Infirmities, Age, Sickness ▪ praying and hoping, that a large time of Repentance will be granted unto them before they dye.
and Are summoned to prepare for Another World, by Infirmities, Age, Sickness ▪ praying and hoping, that a large time of Repentance will be granted unto them before they die.
until they have sufficiently examined the Truth of some other different Doctrin, or until God be pleased to afford them some other means, to assure them fully of the Truth of the Gospel.
until they have sufficiently examined the Truth of Some other different Doctrine, or until God be pleased to afford them Some other means, to assure them Fully of the Truth of the Gospel.
If they were humble, and sincerely inclined to do the Will of God, they would know whether the Doctrine be of God or no, Joh. 7.17. They would quickly be persuaded of the Truth (by Moses and the Prophets, Christ and the Apostles) spoken to them in the Scripture;
If they were humble, and sincerely inclined to do the Will of God, they would know whither the Doctrine be of God or no, John 7.17. They would quickly be persuaded of the Truth (by Moses and the prophets, christ and the Apostles) spoken to them in the Scripture;
Another sort of People there are, that delay the great work of Believing, to the ruin of their Souls, upon the outward means of Grace and Salvation, instead of any endeavours to receive Christ by Faith,
another sort of People there Are, that Delay the great work of Believing, to the ruin of their Souls, upon the outward means of Grace and Salvation, instead of any endeavours to receive christ by Faith,
it is rather disobedience to God, and to the Name of his appointment, which requires, that we should be doers of the Word, and not hearers only, deceiving our selves, Jam. 1.22. and that we should come in to the spiritual Feast, Luke 14.23.
it is rather disobedience to God, and to the Name of his appointment, which requires, that we should be doers of the Word, and not hearers only, deceiving our selves, Jam. 1.22. and that we should come in to the spiritual Feast, Lycia 14.23.
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I had fainted, unless I had believed to see the goodness of the Lord in the Land of the Living, Psal. 23.13, 14. It is good that a Man should both hope,
I had fainted, unless I had believed to see the Goodness of the Lord in the Land of the Living, Psalm 23.13, 14. It is good that a Man should both hope,
and quietly wait for the Salvation of the Lord, Lam. 3.26. What is it that these deluded ones wait for, before they perform the Duty of Believing? Is it for more knowledge of the Gospel? The way to encrease thy Knowledge as well as any other Talent, is to make use of what thou hast received already;
and quietly wait for the Salvation of the Lord, Lam. 3.26. What is it that these deluded ones wait for, before they perform the Duty of Believing? Is it for more knowledge of the Gospel? The Way to increase thy Knowledge as well as any other Talon, is to make use of what thou hast received already;
and thou wilt have an interest in the promise of knowledge contained in the New Covenant, They shall all know me from the least to the greatest of them, saith the Lord, Jer. 31.34. Is it for the appointed time of thy Conversion that thou waitest? then thou waitest as those impotent folk lay at the Pool of Bethesda, waiting for the Season when the Angel would come down and move the Water;
and thou wilt have an Interest in the promise of knowledge contained in the New Covenant, They shall all know me from the least to the greatest of them, Says the Lord, Jer. 31.34. Is it for the appointed time of thy Conversion that thou waitest? then thou waitest as those impotent folk lay At the Pool of Bethesda, waiting for the Season when the Angel would come down and move the Water;
and the Spirit moving them for the Healing and Quickning of thy Soul. God hath appointed by his Word, that it shall be thy Duty to endeavour that the present time should be the time of thy Conversion,
and the Spirit moving them for the Healing and Quickening of thy Soul. God hath appointed by his Word, that it shall be thy Duty to endeavour that the present time should be the time of thy Conversion,
as the Holy Ghost saith, To day if thou wilt hear his Voice, harden not thy Heart, Heb. 3.7, 8. and thou shalt never know at what time God hath purposed in his Secret Counsel to give Faith to thee, until thou dost actually believe.
as the Holy Ghost Says, To day if thou wilt hear his Voice, harden not thy Heart, Hebrew 3.7, 8. and thou shalt never know At what time God hath purposed in his Secret Counsel to give Faith to thee, until thou dost actually believe.
Dost thou wait for any Manifestations or Flowings in of Gods saving Love to thy Soul? Then the way to obtain it is, to believe that the God of Peace may sill thee with all Joy and Peace in Believing, Rom. 15.13. Thou hast sufficient Manifestation of Gods Love to thy Soul, by the free Promises of Life and Salvation by Christ;
Dost thou wait for any Manifestations or Flowings in of God's Saving Love to thy Soul? Then the Way to obtain it is, to believe that the God of Peace may sill thee with all Joy and Peace in Believing, Rom. 15.13. Thou hast sufficient Manifestation of God's Love to thy Soul, by the free Promises of Life and Salvation by christ;
Otherwise thou waitest for Comfort in vain, and this thou shalt have at the Lords hand, thou shalt lye down in Sorrow, Isa. 50.10, 11. Dost thou wait for any Qualifications to prepare thee for the work of Believing? If they be good and Holy Qualifications, thou canst not have them before Faith;
Otherwise thou waitest for Comfort in vain, and this thou shalt have At the lords hand, thou shalt lie down in Sorrow, Isaiah 50.10, 11. Dost thou wait for any Qualifications to prepare thee for the work of Believing? If they be good and Holy Qualifications, thou Canst not have them before Faith;
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and bring forth Hatred to God rather than Holiness, and therefore we should strive to prevent them, by believing Gods Love in Christ, rather than to wait for them:
and bring forth Hatred to God rather than Holiness, and Therefore we should strive to prevent them, by believing God's Love in christ, rather than to wait for them:
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It is true that God maketh these despairing Thoughts as well as other Sins, work for good to them that are delivered from them by Faith in Christ, they are moved thereby to hate Sin,
It is true that God makes these despairing Thoughts as well as other Sins, work for good to them that Are Delivered from them by Faith in christ, they Are moved thereby to hate since,
but as long as we continue in this Life, we must endeavour to continue in the Faith grounded and setled, not moved away from the hope of the Gospel, Col. 1.23. and to hold the beginning of our Confidence, and the rejoycing of hope stedfast to the end, Heb. 6.14. and build up our selves in the most Holy Faith, Jude 20. abounding therein with Thanksgiving, Col. 2.7. Tho we receive Christ freely by Faith, yet we are but Babes in Christ, 1 Cor. 3.1.
but as long as we continue in this Life, we must endeavour to continue in the Faith grounded and settled, not moved away from the hope of the Gospel, Col. 1.23. and to hold the beginning of our Confidence, and the rejoicing of hope steadfast to the end, Hebrew 6.14. and built up our selves in the most Holy Faith, U^de 20. abounding therein with Thanksgiving, Col. 2.7. Tho we receive christ freely by Faith, yet we Are but Babes in christ, 1 Cor. 3.1.
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for we are kept by the mighty Power of God through Faith unto Salvation, 1 Pet. 1.5. as all our Christian Warfare is the good Fight of Faith. 1 Tim. 6.12. All Spiritual Life and Holiness continue, grow or decay in us, according as Faith continueth, groweth or decayeth in Vigour;
for we Are kept by the mighty Power of God through Faith unto Salvation, 1 Pet. 1.5. as all our Christian Warfare is the good Fight of Faith. 1 Tim. 6.12. All Spiritual Life and Holiness continue, grow or decay in us, according as Faith Continueth, grows or decayeth in Vigour;
but when this Faith beginneth to sink by Fears and Doubtings, the Man himself beginneth to sink together with it, Matt. 14.29, 31. Faith is like the Hand of Moses, while it is held up Israel prevails,
but when this Faith begins to sink by Fears and Doubtings, the Man himself begins to sink together with it, Matt. 14.29, 31. Faith is like the Hand of Moses, while it is held up Israel prevails,
You must therefore endeavour to continue and go on in the same •ight manner as I have taught you, to begin this great Work of Believing in Christ, that your Faith may be of the same Nature from the Beginning to the End, though it increase in Degrees;
You must Therefore endeavour to continue and go on in the same •ight manner as I have taught you, to begin this great Work of Believing in christ, that your Faith may be of the same Nature from the Beginning to the End, though it increase in Degrees;
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for our Faith is imperfect and joyned with much Unbelief in this World, and we had need to pray still, Lord I believe, help my Ʋnbelief, Mar. 9.24. and therefore we have need to strive for more Faith, that we may receive Christ in greater Perfection.
for our Faith is imperfect and joined with much Unbelief in this World, and we had need to pray still, Lord I believe, help my Ʋnbelief, Mar. 9.24. and Therefore we have need to strive for more Faith, that we may receive christ in greater Perfection.
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But take heed of changing the nature of your Faith, from trusting on the Grace and Merits of Christ, to trusting on your own Works, according to the Popish Doctrin, that our first Justification is by Grace and Faith only,
But take heed of changing the nature of your Faith, from trusting on the Grace and Merits of christ, to trusting on your own Works, according to the Popish Doctrine, that our First Justification is by Grace and Faith only,
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If you do not find that your Believing in such a right manner as I have described, doth produce such Fruits of Holiness as you desire, you ought not to diminish,
If you do not find that your Believing in such a right manner as I have described, does produce such Fruits of Holiness as you desire, you ought not to diminish,
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If you fall into any gross Sin after the work is begun in you, as David and Peter did, think not that you must cast away your Confidence and expect nothing but Wrath from God and Christ,
If you fallen into any gross since After the work is begun in you, as David and Peter did, think not that you must cast away your Confidence and expect nothing but Wrath from God and christ,
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but wash it away with all speed, in the Fountain of Christs Blood which is opened for us, that it may be ready for our use on all such incident Occasions;
but wash it away with all speed, in the Fountain of Christ Blood which is opened for us, that it may be ready for our use on all such incident Occasions;
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by acting Faith frequently, by trusting on God to keep and increase it, being confident that he that hath begun a good work in you, will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ, Phil. 1.6.
by acting Faith frequently, by trusting on God to keep and increase it, being confident that he that hath begun a good work in you, will perform it until the day of jesus christ, Philip 1.6.
Make diligent use of your most holy Faith for the immediate Performance of the Duties of the Law, by walking no longer according to your old natural State,
Make diligent use of your most holy Faith for the immediate Performance of the Duties of the Law, by walking no longer according to your old natural State,
HEre I am guiding you to the manner of Practice, wherein you are to make use of Faith and of all other effectual means of Holyness before treated of, which Faith layeth hold on,
Here I am guiding you to the manner of Practice, wherein you Are to make use of Faith and of all other effectual means of Holiness before treated of, which Faith Layeth hold on,
Such as belong properly to the New-State, are the manifold holy Endowments, Priviledges and Enjoyments which we partake of in Christ by Faith, such as have already appeared to be the only effectual means of a Holy Life.
Such as belong properly to the New-State, Are the manifold holy Endowments, Privileges and Enjoyments which we partake of in christ by Faith, such as have already appeared to be the only effectual means of a Holy Life.
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Thus Kings act according to their State, in commanding Authoritatively, and in magnificicent Bounty; poor Men in the way of Service and Obedience; and Children indiscreetly, Hester 1.7. Prov. 18.23. 1 Cor. 13.11.
Thus Kings act according to their State, in commanding Authoritatively, and in magnificicent Bounty; poor Men in the Way of Service and obedience; and Children indiscreetly, Esther 1.7. Curae 18.23. 1 Cor. 13.11.
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So the Manner of Practice here directed to, consists in moving and guiding our selves in the Performance of the Works of the Law by Gospel Principles and Means:
So the Manner of Practice Here directed to, consists in moving and guiding our selves in the Performance of the Works of the Law by Gospel Principles and Means:
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The reason why many come off with shame and Confusion, after they have a long time laboured with much Zeal and Industry for the Attainment of true Godliness, is because they were never acquainted with this holy Art,
The reason why many come off with shame and Confusion, After they have a long time laboured with much Zeal and Industry for the Attainment of true Godliness, is Because they were never acquainted with this holy Art,
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yet do but obscurely discern, that they can hardly perceive their own Knowledge of it, and can hardly give any Account to others of the way wherein they walk.
yet do but obscurely discern, that they can hardly perceive their own Knowledge of it, and can hardly give any Account to Others of the Way wherein they walk.
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and how can we know the way? Joh. 14.5. This is the reason why many poor Believers are so weak in Christ, and attain to so small a Degree of Holiness and Righteousness.
and how can we know the Way? John 14.5. This is the reason why many poor Believers Are so weak in christ, and attain to so small a Degree of Holiness and Righteousness.
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Therefore that you may the better be acquainted with a Mystery of so high Concernment, I shall shew in the first place, that the Holy Scriptures do direct you to this manner of Practice,
Therefore that you may the better be acquainted with a Mystery of so high Concernment, I shall show in the First place, that the Holy Scriptures do Direct you to this manner of Practice,
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And here it is useful for us to observe the great Variety of peculiar Words and Phraises, whereby the Holy Ghost teacheth this Mystery, which many that frequently read the Scriptures,
And Here it is useful for us to observe the great Variety of peculiar Words and Phrases, whereby the Holy Ghost Teaches this Mystery, which many that frequently read the Scriptures,
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yea that pretend to be Preachers of the Gospel, do little understand or regard, shewing thereby that the things of the Spirit of God are Foolishness to them,
yea that pretend to be Preachers of the Gospel, do little understand or regard, showing thereby that the things of the Spirit of God Are Foolishness to them,
and that they are not yet acquainted with the form of sound Words, and are strangers to the very Language of the Gospel which they profess and pretend to preach.
and that they Are not yet acquainted with the from of found Words, and Are Strangers to the very Language of the Gospel which they profess and pretend to preach.
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I shall therefore present to your View several of those particular Words and Phrases whereby this mysterious manner of Practice is express'd in the Holy Scriptures,
I shall Therefore present to your View several of those particular Words and Phrases whereby this mysterious manner of Practice is expressed in the Holy Scriptures,
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1. This is the manner of Practice in Scripture, which is expressed by living by Faith Hab. 2.4. Gal. 2.20. Heb. 10.38. Walking by Faith. 2 Cor. 5.7. Faith working by Love. Gal. 5.6. Overcoming the World by Faith, 1 Joh. 5.4.
1. This is the manner of Practice in Scripture, which is expressed by living by Faith Hab. 2.4. Gal. 2.20. Hebrew 10.38. Walking by Faith. 2 Cor. 5.7. Faith working by Love. Gal. 5.6. Overcoming the World by Faith, 1 John 5.4.
Quenching all the fiery Darts of the Wicked, by the Shield of Faith, Eph. 6.19, 20. Some make no more of living and walking by Faith, than meerly a stirring up,
Quenching all the fiery Darts of the Wicked, by the Shield of Faith, Ephesians 6.19, 20. some make no more of living and walking by Faith, than merely a stirring up,
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Thus Paul might think he lived by Faith while he was a zealous Pharisee, but afterwards he knew, that the life of Faith consisted in dying to the Law and living to God;
Thus Paul might think he lived by Faith while he was a zealous Pharisee, but afterwards he knew, that the life of Faith consisted in dying to the Law and living to God;
and that not himself, but Chrish, lived in him, Gal. 2.19. as it is one and the same thing to be justifyed by Faith, and Christ believed on, Rom. 5.1. so to live, walk and work by Faith, is all one with living, walking, working by means of Christ and his saving Endowments which we receive and make use of by Faith, to guide and move our selves to the Practice of Holiness.
and that not himself, but Christ, lived in him, Gal. 2.19. as it is one and the same thing to be justified by Faith, and christ believed on, Rom. 5.1. so to live, walk and work by Faith, is all one with living, walking, working by means of christ and his Saving Endowments which we receive and make use of by Faith, to guide and move our selves to the Practice of Holiness.
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2. The same thing is commended to us by the Terms of walking, rooted and built up in Christ, Col. 2.6. living to God as not to live to our selves, but to have Christ living in us, Gal. 2.19, 20. Good Conversation in Christ, 1 Pet. 3.16. Putting on the Lord Jesus Christ, that we may walk honestly as in the day, Rom. 13.13, 14. Being strong in the Lord and the power of his might, Eph. 6.10.11. Doing all things in the name of Christ, Col. 3.17. walking up and down in the name of the Lord, Zech. 10.12. going in the strength of the Lord, as to make mention of his Righteousness, even of his only, Psal. 71.16. These phrases are frequent, and do sufficiently explain one another;
2. The same thing is commended to us by the Terms of walking, rooted and built up in christ, Col. 2.6. living to God as not to live to our selves, but to have christ living in us, Gal. 2.19, 20. Good Conversation in christ, 1 Pet. 3.16. Putting on the Lord jesus christ, that we may walk honestly as in the day, Rom. 13.13, 14. Being strong in the Lord and the power of his might, Ephesians 6.10.11. Doing all things in the name of christ, Col. 3.17. walking up and down in the name of the Lord, Zechariah 10.12. going in the strength of the Lord, as to make mention of his Righteousness, even of his only, Psalm 71.16. These phrases Are frequent, and do sufficiently explain one Another;
3. It is also signified by the phrases of being, strong in the Grace that is in Christ Jesus, 2 Tim. 2.1. having your Conversation in the World not with fleshly Wisdom, but by the Grace of God, 2 Cor. 1.12.
3. It is also signified by the phrases of being, strong in the Grace that is in christ jesus, 2 Tim. 2.1. having your Conversation in the World not with fleshly Wisdom, but by the Grace of God, 2 Cor. 1.12.
but by the Grace of God that is with us, 1 Cor. 15.10. By Grace therefore, we may well understand the priviledges of our new state given to us in Christ, whereby we ought to be influenced and guided in the performance of holy Duties.
but by the Grace of God that is with us, 1 Cor. 15.10. By Grace Therefore, we may well understand the privileges of our new state given to us in christ, whereby we ought to be influenced and guided in the performance of holy Duties.
because we have put off the old, and put on the new Man, Col. 3.9, 10, 11. I have already shewed, that by this twofold man, is not meant merely sin and holiness: but by the former meant our natural Estate, with all its Endowments, whereby we are furnished only to the practice of sin;
Because we have put off the old, and put on the new Man, Col. 3.9, 10, 11. I have already showed, that by this twofold man, is not meant merely since and holiness: but by the former meant our natural Estate, with all its Endowments, whereby we Are furnished only to the practice of since;
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but after the Spirit, that we may be free from the Law of sin, and that the righteousness of the Law may be fulfilled in us, Rom. 8.1, 2, 3. and through the Spirit to mortifie the deeds of the body, and to be led by the Spirit, because we live by the Spirit,
but After the Spirit, that we may be free from the Law of since, and that the righteousness of the Law may be fulfilled in us, Rom. 8.1, 2, 3. and through the Spirit to mortify the Deeds of the body, and to be led by the Spirit, Because we live by the Spirit,
and have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts, Gal. 5.24. The Apostle doth shew by these expressions, not only that we are to practise holiness, but also by what means we may do it effectually.
and have Crucified the Flesh with the affections and Lustiest, Gal. 5.24. The Apostle does show by these expressions, not only that we Are to practise holiness, but also by what means we may do it effectually.
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We are said to walk after either of these Natures, when we make the Properties or Qualifications of either of them to be the principles of our Practice.
We Are said to walk After either of these Nature's, when we make the Properties or Qualifications of either of them to be the principles of our Practice.
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So when we are taught to serve in newness of the spirit, and not in the oldness of the Letter, that so we may bring forth fruits unto God: The meaning is, that we must endeavour to bring forth the fruits of holiness, not by vertue of the Law, that killing Letter, to which the Flesh is married,
So when we Are taught to serve in newness of the Spirit, and not in the oldness of the letter, that so we may bring forth fruits unto God: The meaning is, that we must endeavour to bring forth the fruits of holiness, not by virtue of the Law, that killing letter, to which the Flesh is married,
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but by vertue of the Spirit, and his manifold Riches which we partake of in our new state, by a mystical marriage with Christ, Rom. 7.4, 5, 6. and by vertue of such Principles as belong to the New State, declared in the Gospel, whereby the holy spirit is ministred to us.
but by virtue of the Spirit, and his manifold Riches which we partake of in our new state, by a mystical marriage with christ, Rom. 7.4, 5, 6. and by virtue of such Principles as belong to the New State, declared in the Gospel, whereby the holy Spirit is ministered to us.
6. This is the manner of walking which the Apostle Paul directeth us unto, when he teacheth us by his own Example, That the continual work of our lives should be to know Christ, and the power of his Resurrection,
6. This is the manner of walking which the Apostle Paul directeth us unto, when he Teaches us by his own Exampl, That the continual work of our lives should be to know christ, and the power of his Resurrection,
2. The second thing proposed, was, to lay before you some necessary Instructions, that your steps may be guided aright, to continue and go forward in this way of Holiness,
2. The second thing proposed, was, to lay before you Some necessary Instructions, that your steps may be guided aright, to continue and go forward in this Way of Holiness,
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And we should pray earnestly, that God would give unto us the Spirit of Wisdom and Revelation, that we may discern the way of Holiness thereby, and walk aright in it, according to that gracious promise, The wayfaring men, tho Fools, shall not err therein, Isa. 35.8.
And we should pray earnestly, that God would give unto us the Spirit of Wisdom and Revelation, that we may discern the Way of Holiness thereby, and walk aright in it, according to that gracious promise, The wayfaring men, though Fools, shall not err therein, Isaiah 35.8.
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we are yet but weak in Christ, 2 Cor. 13.4. Children in comparison to the perfection we expect in another World, 1 Cor. 13.10, 11. and we must grow still, till we come to the perfect man, Eph. 4.13. and some are less Babes than others, and have received Christ in so small a measure, that they may be accounted carnal rather than spiritual, 1 Cor. 3.1.
we Are yet but weak in christ, 2 Cor. 13.4. Children in comparison to the perfection we expect in Another World, 1 Cor. 13.10, 11. and we must grow still, till we come to the perfect man, Ephesians 4.13. and Some Are less Babes than Others, and have received christ in so small a measure, that they may be accounted carnal rather than spiritual, 1 Cor. 3.1.
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and joyned with him inseparably, we can receive them no further than we receive Christ himself by Faith, which we do in an imperfect measure and degree in this Life.
and joined with him inseparably, we can receive them no further than we receive christ himself by Faith, which we do in an imperfect measure and degree in this Life.
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but that he did still press forward towards the mark of the prize of the highcalling of God in Christ Jesus, labouring still to apprehend and win Christ more perfectly;
but that he did still press forward towards the mark of the prize of the highcalling of God in christ jesus, labouring still to apprehend and win christ more perfectly;
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and to gain more experimental knowledge of Christ, and of the fellowship of his sufferings, and the power of his Resurrection, being made conformable thereunto, Phil 3.8, 10. Believers are Justified already,
and to gain more experimental knowledge of christ, and of the fellowship of his sufferings, and the power of his Resurrection, being made conformable thereunto, Philip 3.8, 10. Believers Are Justified already,
yet wait for the hope of Righteousness by Faith, i. e. for the full enjoyment of the Righteousness of Christ, Gal. 5.5. They have received but the first-fruits of the spirit, and must wait for a more full enjoyment of it.
yet wait for the hope of Righteousness by Faith, i. e. for the full enjoyment of the Righteousness of christ, Gal. 5.5. They have received but the Firstfruits of the Spirit, and must wait for a more full enjoyment of it.
The Spirit witnesseth now to them, that they are the Children of God; and yet they groan within themselves, waiting for more full enjoyment of Adoption, Rom. 8.23.
The Spirit Witnesseth now to them, that they Are the Children of God; and yet they groan within themselves, waiting for more full enjoyment of Adoption, Rom. 8.23.
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Now seeing the degree and measure of our Reception and Enjoyment of Christ, with all the Blessings of our new state in him in this Life is imperfect, it followeth clearly, that our contrary natural state with its Properties remaineth still in us in some degree, and is not perfectly abolished;
Now seeing the degree and measure of our Reception and Enjoyment of christ, with all the Blessings of our new state in him in this Life is imperfect, it follows clearly, that our contrary natural state with its Properties remains still in us in Some degree, and is not perfectly abolished;
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Therefore several things which are contrary to each other, are frequently attributed to Believers in the Scripture, with respect to these two contrary States, wherein one place seems to contradict another,
Therefore several things which Are contrary to each other, Are frequently attributed to Believers in the Scripture, with respect to these two contrary States, wherein one place seems to contradict Another,
and yet both are true in divers respects: Thus holy Paul saith truly of himself, I live, yet not I; Gal. 2.20. because he did live to God by Christ living in him;
and yet both Are true in diverse respects: Thus holy Paul Says truly of himself, I live, yet not I; Gal. 2.20. Because he did live to God by christ living in him;
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John saith, He that saith he hath no sin, deceiveth himself and is a Lyar, 1 Joh. 1. and also that it's true that whosoever is born of God doth not commit Sin, for his Seed, i. e.
John Says, He that Says he hath no since, deceives himself and is a Liar, 1 John 1. and also that it's true that whosoever is born of God does not commit since, for his Seed, i. e.
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Christ's the new spiritual Nature remaineth in him, and he can't sin because he is born of God, 1 Joh. 3.9. It is true that we are weak and nothing, and yet strong and able to do all things, 2. Cor. 12.10, 11. Phil. 4.13. It's true that Believers are dead because of Sin, but alive because of Righteousness, Rom. 8.10.
Christ's the new spiritual Nature remains in him, and he can't sin Because he is born of God, 1 John 3.9. It is true that we Are weak and nothing, and yet strong and able to do all things, 2. Cor. 12.10, 11. Philip 4.13. It's true that Believers Are dead Because of since, but alive Because of Righteousness, Rom. 8.10.
And yet on the contrary, the Curse written in the Law, is sometimes poured out upon them, Dan. 9, 11. and they have need still to pray that God would deliver them from their Guiltiness,
And yet on the contrary, the Curse written in the Law, is sometime poured out upon them, Dan. 9, 11. and they have need still to pray that God would deliver them from their Guiltiness,
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and forgive their Debts, Psal. 51.14. Mat. 6.12. and they may expect that God will punish them for all ther Iniquities, Amos 3.2. These contrary things asserted concerning Believers in Scripture, do sufficiently manifest that they partake of two contrary States in this Life;
and forgive their Debts, Psalm 51.14. Mathew 6.12. and they may expect that God will Punish them for all their Iniquities, Amos 3.2. These contrary things asserted Concerning Believers in Scripture, do sufficiently manifest that they partake of two contrary States in this Life;
And what reason is there to question that the old Sate remaineth in Believers in some degrees, seeing all sound Protestants acknowledge that the sinful Depravation and Pollution of our Natures, commonly called Original Sin, which is one principal part of this old State, doth remain in all as long as they live in this World? Now though some penal Evils may be said to remain in us,
And what reason is there to question that the old Sat remains in Believers in Some Degrees, seeing all found Protestants acknowledge that the sinful Depravation and Pollution of our Nature's, commonly called Original since, which is one principal part of this old State, does remain in all as long as they live in this World? Now though Some penal Evils may be said to remain in us,
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even to those that are justifyed by Faith, and they remain in a measure as aforesaid, under the Punishment and Curse denounced, Gen. 2.17. in the day thou eatest thereof thou shalt surely dye;
even to those that Are justified by Faith, and they remain in a measure as aforesaid, under the Punishment and Curse denounced, Gen. 2.17. in the day thou Eatest thereof thou shalt surely die;
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and if such a great and fundamental part of the natural State continue in Believers as subjection to the Guilt of the first Sin and original Corruption, which is one great part of the Punishment and Death threatned,
and if such a great and fundamental part of the natural State continue in Believers as subjection to the Gilded of the First since and original Corruption, which is one great part of the Punishment and Death threatened,
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and by which we are prone and inclined to all actual Sins, why should we not judge that other parts of the same State, do likewise continue in them as well as the guilt of their own actual Sins,
and by which we Are prove and inclined to all actual Sins, why should we not judge that other parts of the same State, do likewise continue in them as well as the guilt of their own actual Sins,
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and subjection to the Wrath of God and the Curses and Punishments denounced against them in the Law? and why should we not judge that all the Miseries of this Life,
and subjection to the Wrath of God and the Curses and Punishments denounced against them in the Law? and why should we not judge that all the Misery's of this Life,
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and Death it self, are inslicted upon Believers, at least in some respect, as Punishments of Sin? It may be objected that this Doctrin of a twofold State of Believers in this Life, doth much derogate from the Perfection of our Justification by Christ,
and Death it self, Are inslicted upon Believers, At least in Some respect, as Punishments of since? It may be objected that this Doctrine of a twofold State of Believers in this Life, does much derogate from the Perfection of our Justification by christ,
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and that it greatly diminisheth the Consolation of Believers in Christ. But it may be easily vindicated from this Objection, if we understand it rightly;
and that it greatly diminisheth the Consolation of Believers in christ. But it may be Easily vindicated from this Objection, if we understand it rightly;
for notwithstanding this twofold State, it still holdeth true, that Believers while they are on Earth, have all Perfection of spiritual Blessings, Justification, Adoption, the Gift of the Spirit, Holiness, Eternal Life and Glory, in and with Christ, Eph. 1.3. in the person of Christ who is now in Heaven, the Old Man is perfectly crucifyed;
for notwithstanding this twofold State, it still holds true, that Believers while they Are on Earth, have all Perfection of spiritual Blessings, Justification, Adoption, the Gift of the Spirit, Holiness, Eternal Life and Glory, in and with christ, Ephesians 1.3. in the person of christ who is now in Heaven, the Old Man is perfectly Crucified;
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and raised up with him, and made to sit in heavenly Places, in Christ Jesus, Eph. 2.6, 7. and Believers do in their own persons, receive and enjoy by Faith, all these perfect, spiritual Blessings of Christ,
and raised up with him, and made to fit in heavenly Places, in christ jesus, Ephesians 2.6, 7. and Believers do in their own Persons, receive and enjoy by Faith, all these perfect, spiritual Blessings of christ,
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Yea, all the Guilt, Pollution and Punishments of Sin and all Evils whatsoever, which they are subject to according to their natural State, do them no harm according to this new State,
Yea, all the Gilded, Pollution and Punishments of since and all Evils whatsoever, which they Are Subject to according to their natural State, do them no harm according to this new State,
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until the whole be leavened, Mat. 13.35. or like the morning Light that expelleth Darkness by degrees, shining more and more unto a perfect day, Prov. 4.18.
until the Whole be leavened, Mathew 13.35. or like the morning Light that expelleth Darkness by Degrees, shining more and more unto a perfect day, Curae 4.18.
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This cannot be justly accounted any derogation to the Merits of Christ's Death, or to the power of his Spirit, seeing Christ never intended to bring to pass by his Death,
This cannot be justly accounted any derogation to the Merits of Christ's Death, or to the power of his Spirit, seeing christ never intended to bring to pass by his Death,
Neither doth this diminish the Consolation of Believers in Christ, for thereby they may know that they have the Perfection of Grace and Happiness in Christ,
Neither does this diminish the Consolation of Believers in christ, for thereby they may know that they have the Perfection of Grace and Happiness in christ,
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This Instruction is very useful to frame our Souls aright for the practising of Holiness, only by those Gospel Principles and Means that belong to our new State, which we are Partakers of by Faith in Christ.
This Instruction is very useful to frame our Souls aright for the practising of Holiness, only by those Gospel Principles and Means that belong to our new State, which we Are Partakers of by Faith in christ.
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They appeal to Mens Conscience to answer this Question, which Doctrin is most likely to bring People to the practice of true Godliness, theirs which teacheth, That perfect Holiness may be attained in this Life, or ours which teacheth, That it is impossible for us to keep the Law perfectly,
They appeal to Men's Conscience to answer this Question, which Doctrine is most likely to bring People to the practice of true Godliness, theirs which Teaches, That perfect Holiness may be attained in this Life, or ours which Teaches, That it is impossible for us to keep the Law perfectly,
as that which discourageth all Endeavours for Perfection, and hardneth the Hearts of People to allow themselves in Sin because they cannot avoid it.
as that which Discourageth all Endeavours for Perfection, and Hardeneth the Hearts of People to allow themselves in since Because they cannot avoid it.
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so that at present he is in no danger of walking according to them? Whatsoever good works the Doctrin of the Perfectionists may serve to promote, I am sure it hindereth a great part of that work which Christ would have us to be employed in as long as we live in this World;
so that At present he is in no danger of walking according to them? Whatsoever good works the Doctrine of the Perfectionists may serve to promote, I am sure it hindereth a great part of that work which christ would have us to be employed in as long as we live in this World;
or else we shall not be sit for the great Duties of confesing of Sins, loathing our selves for them, praying earnestly for the Pardon of them, a just sorrowing for them with a Godly Sorrow, accepting the Punishment of our Sins,
or Else we shall not be fit for the great Duties of confesing of Sins, loathing our selves for them, praying earnestly for the Pardon of them, a just sorrowing for them with a Godly Sorrow, accepting the Punishment of our Sins,
and giving God the glory of his Justice, and offering to him the Sacrifice of a broken and contrite Spirit, being poor in Spirit, working out our Salvation with fear and trembling.
and giving God the glory of his justice, and offering to him the Sacrifice of a broken and contrite Spirit, being poor in Spirit, working out our Salvation with Fear and trembling.
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and except we know this and keep it in Mind, we shall never be sit to practise continually the great Duties that tend to the putting off the Old Man and putting on the New Man,
and except we know this and keep it in Mind, we shall never be fit to practise continually the great Duties that tend to the putting off the Old Man and putting on the New Man,
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and Perfectionists either do, or sain would account them needless for them, and that they have no longer need of Christ himself, to be their spiritual Physician and Advocate with the Father, and Propitiation for their Sins:
and Perfectionists either do, or sain would account them needless for them, and that they have no longer need of christ himself, to be their spiritual physician and Advocate with the Father, and Propitiation for their Sins:
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except they can make a Ladder and climb up thither before their time. 2. Despair of purging the Flesh or Natural Man of its sinful Lusts and Inclinations,
except they can make a Ladder and climb up thither before their time. 2. Despair of purging the Flesh or Natural Man of its sinful Lustiest and Inclinations,
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And if they can but bring their Hearts to a full purpose and resolution to do the best that lyeth in them, they hope that by such a Resolution, they shall be able to atchieve great Enterprizes in the Conquest of their Lusts,
And if they can but bring their Hearts to a full purpose and resolution to do the best that lies in them, they hope that by such a Resolution, they shall be able to achieve great Enterprises in the Conquest of their Lustiest,
It is the great work of some zealous Divines, in their Preaching and Writings, to stir up People to this Resolution, wherein they place the chiefest turning Point from Sin to Godliness.
It is the great work of Some zealous Divines, in their Preaching and Writings, to stir up People to this Resolution, wherein they place the chiefest turning Point from since to Godliness.
And they think that this is not contrary to the life of Faith, because they trust on the Grace of God through Christ, to help them in all such Resolutions and Endeavours.
And they think that this is not contrary to the life of Faith, Because they trust on the Grace of God through christ, to help them in all such Resolutions and Endeavours.
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but Christ made him quickly to see the Weakness and Vanity of such Resolutions, and we see by Experience, what many Resolutions made in Sickness and other Dangers mostly come to.
but christ made him quickly to see the Weakness and Vanity of such Resolutions, and we see by Experience, what many Resolutions made in Sickness and other Dangers mostly come to.
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for so the worst of Men are helped; he is the Jehovah in whom they Live, Move, and have their Being; Act. 17.28. and it's likely the Pharisee would trust on God to help him in Duty, as he would thank God for the performance of Duty, Luk. 18.11. and this is all the Faith that many make use of to a holy Practice:
for so the worst of Men Are helped; he is the Jehovah in whom they Live, Move, and have their Being; Act. 17.28. and it's likely the Pharisee would trust on God to help him in Duty, as he would thank God for the performance of Duty, Luk. 18.11. and this is all the Faith that many make use of to a holy Practice:
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If we walk as those that are yet wholly to seek for the procurement of such enjoyments as these, it is a manifest sign, that at present, we judge our selves to be without them, and without Christ himself;
If we walk as those that Are yet wholly to seek for the procurement of such enjoyments as these, it is a manifest Signen, that At present, we judge our selves to be without them, and without christ himself;
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and other works of the Mosaical Law, the Apostle Paul rebuketh them for seeking to be made perfect in the flesh, directly contrary to their good beginning in the Spirit, for rendring Christ of none effect to them, and for falling from Grace, Gal. 3.3. and 5.4.
and other works of the Mosaical Law, the Apostle Paul Rebuketh them for seeking to be made perfect in the Flesh, directly contrary to their good beginning in the Spirit, for rendering christ of none Effect to them, and for falling from Grace, Gal. 3.3. and 5.4.
The same Apostle blameth them for not holding the Head Jesus Christ, and as such as were not dead and risen with Christ, but living merely in the World, Col. 2.19, 20. and 3.1. He clearly sheweth, that those who seek any saving enjoyments in such a way, do walk according to their own Natural State:
The same Apostle blameth them for not holding the Head jesus christ, and as such as were not dead and risen with christ, but living merely in the World, Col. 2.19, 20. and 3.1. He clearly shows, that those who seek any Saving enjoyments in such a Way, do walk according to their own Natural State:
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And that the true manner of living by Faith in Christ, is to walk as those that have all fulness and perfection of Spiritual Blessings in Christ by Faith,
And that the true manner of living by Faith in christ, is to walk as those that have all fullness and perfection of Spiritual Blessings in christ by Faith,
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and need not seek for them any other way to procure them for themselves. In this sense it is a true saying, That Believers should not act for Life, but from Life.
and need not seek for them any other Way to procure them for themselves. In this sense it is a true saying, That Believers should not act for Life, but from Life.
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They must act as those that are not procuring Life by their Works, but as such who have already received and derived Life from Christ, and act from the Power and Vertue received from him.
They must act as those that Are not procuring Life by their Works, but as such who have already received and derived Life from christ, and act from the Power and Virtue received from him.
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But rather let such Principles stir you up to go to Christ first by Faith, that you may be effectually enclined to the immediate practice of Holiness in him by Gospel Principles, that strengthen and enable you,
But rather let such Principles stir you up to go to christ First by Faith, that you may be effectually inclined to the immediate practice of Holiness in him by Gospel Principles, that strengthen and enable you,
and necessity of our Obedience, without shewing at all, how we that are by Nature dead in sin, under the wrath of God, may have any Strength and Ability for the performance of them.
and necessity of our obedience, without showing At all, how we that Are by Nature dead in since, under the wrath of God, may have any Strength and Ability for the performance of them.
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His All-feeing Eye, that searcheth our Heart, discerneth our very Thoughts and secret Purposes, his exact Justice, in rendring to all according to their works;
His All-feeing Eye, that Searches our Heart, discerneth our very Thoughts and secret Purposes, his exact justice, in rendering to all according to their works;
his Almighty and Eternal Power to reward those that Obey him, and to punish transgressors for ever, The unspeakable Joy of Heaven, and terrible Damnation of Hell. Such Principles as these do bind our Consciences very strictly,
his Almighty and Eternal Power to reward those that Obey him, and to Punish transgressors for ever, The unspeakable Joy of Heaven, and terrible Damnation of Hell. Such Principles as these do bind our Consciences very strictly,
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as looking on the Picture of Death, or on a Deaths-head, keeping a Coffin by them ready made, walking about among the Graves, &c. But this is not that manner of living to God, whereof the Apostle speaketh,
as looking on the Picture of Death, or on a Death's head, keeping a Coffin by them ready made, walking about among the Graves, etc. But this is not that manner of living to God, whereof the Apostle speaks,
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If a Man make use of these obliging Principles, to stir him to go to Christ for Strength to Act holily, he walketh like one that hath received Christ as his only Life by Faith, otherwise he walketh like other Natural Men.
If a Man make use of these obliging Principles, to stir him to go to christ for Strength to Act holily, he walks like one that hath received christ as his only Life by Faith, otherwise he walks like other Natural Men.
and yet all this while is left to his own Natural Strength or Weakness, being not assured by any of these Principles, that God will give him Strength to help him in the performance of these Duties;
and yet all this while is left to his own Natural Strength or Weakness, being not assured by any of these Principles, that God will give him Strength to help him in the performance of these Duties;
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VVhat can you produce but corruption, by pressing with Motives to Holiness, one that hath no soundness in him, from the sole of the foot even to the head, only wounds and bruises, and putrified sores.
What can you produce but corruption, by pressing with Motives to Holiness, one that hath no soundness in him, from the sole of the foot even to the head, only wounds and bruises, and Putrified sores.
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He that is made truly sensible of his own vileness and deadness by Nature, will despair of ever bringing himself to Holiness by Principles that afford him no Life and Strength,
He that is made truly sensible of his own vileness and deadness by Nature, will despair of ever bringing himself to Holiness by Principles that afford him no Life and Strength,
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The motions of sin are by the Law, and sin taking occasion by the Commandment, worketh in us all manner of Concupiscence, Rom. 7.5, 7, 8. And yet these obliging Principles are very good and excellent in this right Gospel use of them,
The motions of since Are by the Law, and sin taking occasion by the Commandment, works in us all manner of Concupiscence, Rom. 7.5, 7, 8. And yet these obliging Principles Are very good and excellent in this right Gospel use of them,
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Therefore these obliging Principles do move him to go in the first place to Christ, that so he may be enabled to answer their End, by the strengthning and enlivening Principles of Gods Grace in Christ.
Therefore these obliging Principles do move him to go in the First place to christ, that so he may be enabled to answer their End, by the strengthening and enlivening Principles of God's Grace in christ.
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Some there are, that make use of Gospel-Principles only to oblige and urge to Duty, without affording any Life and Strength for the performance, as they that think, that Christ dyed and rose again to establish a New Covenant of Works for our Salvation, and to give us a pattern of Good Works by his own Obedience, rather than to purchase Life, Obedience, and good Works for us.
some there Are, that make use of gospel principles only to oblige and urge to Duty, without affording any Life and Strength for the performance, as they that think, that christ died and rose again to establish a New Covenant of Works for our Salvation, and to give us a pattern of Good Works by his own obedience, rather than to purchase Life, obedience, and good Works for us.
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Such as these do not understand, and receive the Principles of the Gospel rightly; but they pervert and abuse them, contrary to their true Nature and Design;
Such as these do not understand, and receive the Principles of the Gospel rightly; but they pervert and abuse them, contrary to their true Nature and Design;
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While such thoughts as these prevail, and influence your Actings, its evident that you walk according to the Principles and Practices of your old natural state; and you will be moved thereby to yield to the Dominion of Sin and Satan, to withdraw your selves from God and Godliness,
While such thoughts as these prevail, and influence your Actings, its evident that you walk according to the Principles and Practices of your old natural state; and you will be moved thereby to yield to the Dominion of since and Satan, to withdraw your selves from God and Godliness,
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which God would not require of us, if he had not appointed the means, Eph. 6. Christ himself walked in a constant perswasion of his excellent state;
which God would not require of us, if he had not appointed the means, Ephesians 6. christ himself walked in a constant persuasion of his excellent state;
How should it be rationally expected, that a Man should Act according to this new state, without Assurance that he is in it? Its a rule of Common Prudence in all worldly Callings and Conditions, that every one must know and consider well his own State,
How should it be rationally expected, that a Man should Act according to this new state, without Assurance that he is in it? Its a Rule of Common Prudence in all worldly Callings and Conditions, that every one must know and Consider well his own State,
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If the same rule were observed in Spiritual things, doubtless the knowledg and perswasion of the Glory and Excellency of our new state in Christ, would more elevate the hearts of Believers above all sordid Salvery to their Lusts,
If the same Rule were observed in Spiritual things, doubtless the knowledge and persuasion of the Glory and Excellency of our new state in christ, would more elevate the hearts of Believers above all sordid Salvery to their Lustiest,
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6. Consider what Endowments, Priviledges or Properties of your new State are most meet, and forcible to incline and strengthen your Heart to love God above all,
6. Consider what Endowments, Privileges or Properties of your new State Are most meet, and forcible to incline and strengthen your Heart to love God above all,
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because to love the Lord with all our Hearts, Might and Soul, is the first and great Commandment which influenceth us to all Obedience, with a hatred and detestation of all Sin as it's contrary and hateful to God.
Because to love the Lord with all our Hearts, Might and Soul, is the First and great Commandment which influenceth us to all obedience, with a hatred and detestation of all since as it's contrary and hateful to God.
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and altogether Love to you, and your all-sufficient everlasting Portion and Happiness through Christ. Such Apprehensions as these, do present God as a very lovely Object to our Hearts,
and altogether Love to you, and your All-sufficient everlasting Portion and Happiness through christ. Such Apprehensions as these, do present God as a very lovely Object to our Hearts,
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he that feareth is not made perfect in Love, we love him because he first loved us, 1 Joh. 4.18, 19. David loved the Lord because he was persuaded that he was his Strength, Rock, Fortress, his God and the horn of his salvation, Psal. 18.1, 2. Love that causeth Obedience unto the Law, must proceed from a good Conscience, purged from sin;
he that fears is not made perfect in Love, we love him Because he First loved us, 1 John 4.18, 19. David loved the Lord Because he was persuaded that he was his Strength, Rock, Fortress, his God and the horn of his salvation, Psalm 18.1, 2. Love that Causes obedience unto the Law, must proceed from a good Conscience, purged from since;
and this good Conscience must proceed from Faith unfeigned, whereby we apprehend the remission of our sins, our Reconciliation with God by the merits of the blood of Christ, 1 Tim. 1.5. with Heb. 9.14.
and this good Conscience must proceed from Faith unfeigned, whereby we apprehend the remission of our Sins, our Reconciliation with God by the merits of the blood of christ, 1 Tim. 1.5. with Hebrew 9.14.
For the same end that your Hearts may be rightly fitted and framed for the performance of these principal Duties, the Holy Scripture directeth you to walk in the perswasion of other principal Endowments of your new state:
For the same end that your Hearts may be rightly fitted and framed for the performance of these principal Duties, the Holy Scripture directeth you to walk in the persuasion of other principal Endowments of your new state:
As, that you have fellowship with the Father and the Son, 1 Joh. 1.3. That you are the Temple of the living God, 2 Cor. 6.16. That you live by the Spirit, Gal. 5.25. That you are called to Holiness, and created in Christ Jesus unto good works:
As, that you have fellowship with the Father and the Son, 1 John 1.3. That you Are the Temple of the living God, 2 Cor. 6.16. That you live by the Spirit, Gal. 5.25. That you Are called to Holiness, and created in christ jesus unto good works:
That God will sanctisie you wholly, and make you perfect in holiness at the last, 1 Thes. 5.23, 24. Eph. 2.10. That your old man is crucified with Christ;
That God will sanctify you wholly, and make you perfect in holiness At the last, 1 Thebes 5.23, 24. Ephesians 2.10. That your old man is Crucified with christ;
when they are deeply rooted, and constantly maintained in our Hearts, do strongly Arm and Encourage us to practise Universal Obedience in opposition to every sinful Lust:
when they Are deeply rooted, and constantly maintained in our Hearts, do strongly Arm and Encourage us to practise Universal obedience in opposition to every sinful Lust:
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because they properly belong to the Gospel, or New Testament, which is the Ministration of the Spirit, and the Power of God unto Salvation, 2 Cor. 3.6, 8. Rom. 1.16.
Because they properly belong to the Gospel, or New Testament, which is the Ministration of the Spirit, and the Power of God unto Salvation, 2 Cor. 3.6, 8. Rom. 1.16.
7. For the performance of other Duties of the Law, you are to consider not only these Endowments, Priviledges and Properties of their new State, which are meet and forcible, to enable you to the Love of God,
7. For the performance of other Duties of the Law, you Are to Consider not only these Endowments, Privileges and Properties of their new State, which Are meet and forcible, to enable you to the Love of God,
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I shall give you some instances of this manner of practice in several Duties, whereby you may the better understand how to guide your selves in the rest.
I shall give you Some instances of this manner of practice in several Duties, whereby you may the better understand how to guide your selves in the rest.
And as to the Duties of the first Table, if you would draw near to God in a Duty of his Worship with a true Heart, you must do it in full assurance of Faith concerning your enjoyment of Christ, and his Salvation.
And as to the Duties of the First Table, if you would draw near to God in a Duty of his Worship with a true Heart, you must do it in full assurance of Faith Concerning your enjoyment of christ, and his Salvation.
and committing the disposal of your self to him in all your Concerns? Perswade your self through Christ, that God, according to his Promise, will never fail you, nor forsake you;
and committing the disposal of your self to him in all your Concerns? Persuade your self through christ, that God, according to his Promise, will never fail you, nor forsake you;
Whereas, if you live in a meer suspence concerning your Interest in the Priviledges, you will be subject to carnal fears, carping cares, in despite of your Heart,
Whereas, if you live in a mere suspense Concerning your Interest in the Privileges, you will be Subject to carnal fears, carping Cares, in despite of your Heart,
and Death it self? The way to fortifie your selves, is to Believe assuredly, that your Afflictions that are but for a moment, do work for you a far more exceeding eternal weight of Glory;
and Death it self? The Way to fortify your selves, is to Believe assuredly, that your Afflictions that Are but for a moment, do work for you a Far more exceeding Eternal weight of Glory;
Would you confess your sins to God, pray to him, and praise him heartily for his Benefits? Would you praise him for Afflictions as well as Prosperity? Believe assuredly that God is Faithful and Just to forgive your sin through Christ, that you are made an Holy Priesthood, to offer spiritual Sacrisices of Prayer and Praises, that are acceptable to God through Christ;
Would you confess your Sins to God, pray to him, and praise him heartily for his Benefits? Would you praise him for Afflictions as well as Prosperity? Believe assuredly that God is Faithful and Just to forgive your since through christ, that you Are made an Holy Priesthood, to offer spiritual Sacrifices of Prayer and Praises, that Are acceptable to God through christ;
If you be altogether in doubt, or otherwise perswaded concerning these Priviledges, all your Confessions, Prayers and Praises, will be but heartless, Lip-labours, Slavish or Pharisaical Works.
If you be altogether in doubt, or otherwise persuaded Concerning these Privileges, all your Confessions, Prayers and Praises, will be but heartless, Lip-labours, Slavish or Pharisaical Works.
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and they will be performed negligently, and by halves, or hypocritically, and out of slavish Fear, with much reluctancy, without any good will, or readiness of mind.
and they will be performed negligently, and by halves, or hypocritically, and out of slavish fear, with much reluctancy, without any good will, or readiness of mind.
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So also for the right receiving of the Sacraments, you will find your selves much strengthned by Believing, that you may have Communion with God and Christ in them,
So also for the right receiving of the Sacraments, you will find your selves much strengthened by Believing, that you may have Communion with God and christ in them,
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and that you have a great High-Priest to bear the Iniquity of your holy things, and to make you for ever accepted before the Lord. In the same way you are to apply your selves to all Duties towards your Neighbour, required in the second Table of the Law, by Acting in a perswasion of such priviledges of your new Estate,
and that you have a great High-Priest to bear the Iniquity of your holy things, and to make you for ever accepted before the Lord. In the same Way you Are to apply your selves to all Duties towards your Neighbour, required in the second Table of the Law, by Acting in a persuasion of such privileges of your new Estate,
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and that you are strictly bound to the performance of them, but that they are the will of your heavenly Father, that hath begotten you according to his own Image in Righteousness and true Holiness,
and that you Are strictly bound to the performance of them, but that they Are the will of your heavenly Father, that hath begotten you according to his own Image in Righteousness and true Holiness,
Such apprehensions as these, wrought in us by the Spirit of Faith, do certainly beget in us a right frame of Spirit, throughly furnished for every good work towards our Neighbour.
Such apprehensions as these, wrought in us by the Spirit of Faith, do Certainly beget in us a right frame of Spirit, thoroughly furnished for every good work towards our Neighbour.
Likewise, your Hearts will be purified to unfeigned love of the Brethren in Christ, and you will walk toward them with all lowliness, meekness, long-suffering, forbearing one another in Love,
Likewise, your Hearts will be purified to unfeigned love of the Brothers in christ, and you will walk towards them with all lowliness, meekness, long-suffering, forbearing one Another in Love,
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as particularly, that there is one Body, and one Spirit, one hope of your Calling, one Lord, one Faith, one Baptism, one God and Father of all, who is above all,
as particularly, that there is one Body, and one Spirit, one hope of your Calling, one Lord, one Faith, one Baptism, one God and Father of all, who is above all,
So that 'tis below your State and Dignity to practise deeds of darkness, and mind fleshly worldly things. Thus I have given Instances enough to stir you up to acquaint your selves with the manifold endowments, priviledges, properties of your New State in Christ,
So that it's below your State and Dignity to practise Deeds of darkness, and mind fleshly worldly things. Thus I have given Instances enough to stir you up to acquaint your selves with the manifold endowments, privileges, properties of your New State in christ,
8. If you endeavour to grow in Grace and in all Holiness, trust assuredly that God will enable you by this manner of Walking, to do every thing that is necessary for his Glory and your own everlasting Salvation,
8. If you endeavour to grow in Grace and in all Holiness, trust assuredly that God will enable you by this manner of Walking, to do every thing that is necessary for his Glory and your own everlasting Salvation,
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This is a necessary Instruction to establish us in the life of Faith, that the sense of our manifold Failings and Defects, may not move us eitheir to Despair,
This is a necessary Instruction to establish us in the life of Faith, that the sense of our manifold Failings and Defects, may not move us either to Despair,
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though the flesh lusts against the spirit, so that they cannot do the things that they would, Gal. 5 10, 17. We are to know that though the Law requireth of us the utmost perfection of Holiness,
though the Flesh Lustiest against the Spirit, so that they cannot do the things that they would, Gal. 5 10, 17. We Are to know that though the Law requires of us the utmost perfection of Holiness,
yet the Gospel maketh an allowance for our Weakness, and Christ is so meek and lowly in heart, that he accepteth of that which our weak Faith can attain to by his Grace,
yet the Gospel makes an allowance for our Weakness, and christ is so meek and lowly in heart, that he Accepteth of that which our weak Faith can attain to by his Grace,
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God shewed his great Indulgence to his People under the Old Testament, that Moses the Law-giver suffered them, because of the hardness of their hearts to put away their Wives:
God showed his great Indulgence to his People under the Old Testament, that Moses the Lawgiver suffered them, Because of the hardness of their hearts to put away their Wives:
We have another Instance of God's Indulgence, more full to our present purpose, in his commanding that the fearful and faint-hearted, should not be forced to enter into the Battel against their Enemies,
We have Another Instance of God's Indulgence, more full to our present purpose, in his commanding that the fearful and fainthearted, should not be forced to enter into the Battle against their Enemies,
Though sighting in Battel against Enemies, without Fear and Faint-heartedness, was a Duty that God did much exercise his People in, at that time, Deut. 20.3, 8. So under the Gospel,
Though sighting in Battle against Enemies, without fear and Faintheartedness, was a Duty that God did much exercise his People in, At that time, Deuteronomy 20.3, 8. So under the Gospel,
yet if any be so weak in Faith that they have not sufficient Courage to venture into the Battel, no doubt but Christ alloweth them to make use of any honest means, whereby they may escape the hands of Persecutors with safety to their holy Profession:
yet if any be so weak in Faith that they have not sufficient Courage to venture into the Battle, no doubt but christ alloweth them to make use of any honest means, whereby they may escape the hands of Persecutors with safety to their holy Profession:
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He will accept them in this weaker kind of Service, and will approve of them better than if they should hazard a denial of his Name, by venturing themselves upon the Tryal of Martyrdom,
He will accept them in this Weaker kind of Service, and will approve of them better than if they should hazard a denial of his Name, by venturing themselves upon the Trial of Martyrdom,
which spoyleth all at last, Mat. 9.14, 17. That Precept of Solomon, Be not righteous overmuch, Prov. 7.10. is very useful and necessary, if rightly understood.
which spoileth all At last, Mathew 9.14, 17. That Precept of Solomon, Be not righteous overmuch, Curae 7.10. is very useful and necessary, if rightly understood.
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We are to beware of being too rigorous in exacting Righteousness, of our selves and others beyond the measure of Faith and Grace. Overdoing commonly proveth undoing.
We Are to beware of being too rigorous in exacting Righteousness, of our selves and Others beyond the measure of Faith and Grace. Overdoing commonly Proves undoing.
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and we are not to despise the day of small things, but to praise God that he worketh in us any thing that is well-pleasing in his sight, hoping that he will sanctify us throughout,
and we Are not to despise the day of small things, but to praise God that he works in us any thing that is Well-pleasing in his sighed, hoping that he will sanctify us throughout,
for the obtaining and practising of Holiness, only in this way of believing in Christ and walking in him, according to your new State by Faith. EXPLICATION.
for the obtaining and practising of Holiness, only in this Way of believing in christ and walking in him, according to your new State by Faith. EXPLICATION.
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This is needful to be observed against the Pride and Ignorance of some carnal Gospellers, that being puft up with a Conceit of their feigned Faith, imagine themselves to be in such a state of Perfection, that they are above all Ordinances,
This is needful to be observed against the Pride and Ignorance of Some carnal Evangelists, that being puffed up with a Conceit of their feigned Faith, imagine themselves to be in such a state of Perfection, that they Are above all Ordinances,
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except singing Halelujahs: And also against the Papists that run into the contrary Extream, by heaping together a multiude of means of Holiness which God never commanded,
except singing Hallelujahs: And also against the Papists that run into the contrary Extreme, by heaping together a multiude of means of Holiness which God never commanded,
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We do indeed assert and profess that a true and lively Faith in Christ, is alone sufficient and effectual through the Grace of God, to receive Christ and all his Fulness,
We do indeed assert and profess that a true and lively Faith in christ, is alone sufficient and effectual through the Grace of God, to receive christ and all his Fullness,
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and the Acting and Exercising of it, in order to the attainment of its End; and that these means are to be used diligently which are mention'd in the Sequel.
and the Acting and Exercising of it, in order to the attainment of its End; and that these means Are to be used diligently which Are mentioned in the Sequel.
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True Believers find by Experience, that their Faith needeth such Helps, and they that think themselves above any need of them, do reject the Counsel of God against themselves,
True Believers find by Experience, that their Faith needs such Helps, and they that think themselves above any need of them, do reject the Counsel of God against themselves,
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like to those Prond Pharisees and Lawyers, that thought it a thing beneath them, and refused to be baptized of John, Luk. 7.30. yet we account no means necessary or lawful to be used for the attainment of Holiness, besides they that are appointed by God in his Word.
like to those Prond Pharisees and Lawyers, that Thought it a thing beneath them, and refused to be baptised of John, Luk. 7.30. yet we account no means necessary or lawful to be used for the attainment of Holiness, beside they that Are appointed by God in his Word.
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and walking in him according to our new State by Faith, which hath been already demonstrated to be the only way whereby we may effectually attain to this great End. We must use them as helps to the life of Faith, in its Beginning, Continuance and Growth;
and walking in him according to our new State by Faith, which hath been already demonstrated to be the only Way whereby we may effectually attain to this great End. We must use them as helps to the life of Faith, in its Beginning, Continuance and Growth;
We must beware lest we use them rather in Opposition, than in Subordination to the way of Sanctification and Salvation by Free Grace in Christ, through Faith;
We must beware lest we use them rather in Opposition, than in Subordination to the Way of Sanctification and Salvation by Free Grace in christ, through Faith;
The holy Scriptures with all the means of Grace appointed therein, are able to make us wise unto Salvation, no other way than by faith in Jesus Christ, 2 Tim. 3.18. and therefore our wise Endeavour must be, not to use •hem in any opposition to the Grace of God in Christ.
The holy Scriptures with all the means of Grace appointed therein, Are able to make us wise unto Salvation, no other Way than by faith in jesus christ, 2 Tim. 3.18. and Therefore our wise Endeavour must be, not to use •hem in any opposition to the Grace of God in christ.
but their Table became their Snare, and they fell miserably from God and Christ, because the Veil of Ignorance was upon their Hearts that they could not look to the end of those Ordinances,
but their Table became their Snare, and they fell miserably from God and christ, Because the Veil of Ignorance was upon their Hearts that they could not look to the end of those Ordinances,
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and to improve it to this end, That we may be made wise unto Salvation through saith, which is in Christ Jesus, 2 Tim. 3.15. Other means of Salvation are necessary to the more abundant well-being of our Faith, and of our new State in Christ;
and to improve it to this end, That we may be made wise unto Salvation through Says, which is in christ jesus, 2 Tim. 3.15. Other means of Salvation Are necessary to the more abundant well-being of our Faith, and of our new State in christ;
nor by the Preaching of any Holy Minister, but by the Report of the Heathens, Josh. 2.9, 11. But here our great work must be to get such a Knowledge of the Word,
nor by the Preaching of any Holy Minister, but by the Report of the heathens, Josh. 2.9, 11. But Here our great work must be to get such a Knowledge of the Word,
or that would have Mysteries to remain hidden from the Understanding of the Vulgar, and nothing to be Preached to them but that they can readily assent to,
or that would have Mysteres to remain hidden from the Understanding of the vulgar, and nothing to be Preached to them but that they can readily assent to,
And for this end you must endeavour to learn the utmost Strictness of the Commands, the exact Perfection and spiritual Purity which they require, that you may be the more convinced of Sin,
And for this end you must endeavour to Learn the utmost Strictness of the Commands, the exact Perfection and spiritual Purity which they require, that you may be the more convinced of since,
and stired up to seek unto Christ for Remission of Sin, for Purity of Heart, and spiritual Obedience, and be brought nearer to the Enjoyment of him.
and stirred up to seek unto christ for Remission of since, for Purity of Heart, and spiritual obedience, and be brought nearer to the Enjoyment of him.
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As Christ testified that the Scribel, who understood the greatness of that Command of Loving the Lord with all the Heart and Soul, was not far from the Kingdom of God, Mar. 12.34. the most effectual Knowledge for your Salvation, is to understand these Two Points.
As christ testified that the Scribel, who understood the greatness of that Command of Loving the Lord with all the Heart and Soul, was not Far from the Kingdom of God, Mar. 12.34. the most effectual Knowledge for your Salvation, is to understand these Two Points.
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The desperate Sinfulness and Misery of your own natural Condition, and the alone Sufficiency of the Grace of God in Christ for your Salvation, that you may be abased as to the Flesh, and exalted in Christ alone.
The desperate Sinfulness and Misery of your own natural Condition, and the alone Sufficiency of the Grace of God in christ for your Salvation, that you may be abased as to the Flesh, and exalted in christ alone.
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How Sin and Death came upon all the natural Seed of the first Adam, by his Disobedience in eating the forbidden Fruit, and how Righteousness and Everlasting Life come upon all the spiritual Seed of the second Adam, Jesus Christ, by his Obedience unto Death, even the death of the Cross.
How since and Death Come upon all the natural Seed of the First Adam, by his Disobedience in eating the forbidden Fruit, and how Righteousness and Everlasting Life come upon all the spiritual Seed of the second Adam, jesus christ, by his obedience unto Death, even the death of the Cross.
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that the former shutteth us up under the Guilt and Power of Sin, and the Wrath of God and his Curse, by its rigorons Terms, Do all the Commandments and live,
that the former shutteth us up under the Gilded and Power of since, and the Wrath of God and his Curse, by its rigorons Terms, Do all the commandments and live,
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for if you get the Knowledge of these principal Points which I have mentioned, and improve it to a right end, which is to Live and Walk by Faith in Christ, your own renewed Mind will covet the Knowledge of all other things that appertain to Life and Godliness;
for if you get the Knowledge of these principal Points which I have mentioned, and improve it to a right end, which is to Live and Walk by Faith in christ, your own renewed Mind will covet the Knowledge of all other things that appertain to Life and Godliness;
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and in their Ability to Talk and Dispute of it, though it may be for the most part, at the Tavern or Ale-Bench, without preparing themselves to do according thereunto, Luk. 12.47.
and in their Ability to Talk and Dispute of it, though it may be for the most part, At the Tavern or Ale-Bench, without preparing themselves to do according thereunto, Luk. 12.47.
as sad Experience sheweth that many seemingly Devout and frequent Hearers of the Word, do notwithstanding remain in lamentable and wonderful Ignorance of the saving Truth;
as sad Experience shows that many seemingly Devout and frequent Hearers of the Word, do notwithstanding remain in lamentable and wondered Ignorance of the Saving Truth;
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and assure our hearts before God, with the greater confidence, by the testimony of a good conscience, 1 Joh. 3.19, 21. that so our Hearts may be more strongly comforted by Faith,
and assure our hearts before God, with the greater confidence, by the testimony of a good conscience, 1 John 3.19, 21. that so our Hearts may be more strongly comforted by Faith,
This is a common and very pernicious Error in the very foundation of this Work, which is hereby laid in the great Sin of Unbelief, which as soon as it prevaileth, doth by its great Influence, Dash and Obscure all inward gracious Qualifications of Peace, Hope, Joy, Love to God and his People,
This is a Common and very pernicious Error in the very Foundation of this Work, which is hereby laid in the great since of Unbelief, which as soon as it prevails, does by its great Influence, Dash and Obscure all inward gracious Qualifications of Peace, Hope, Joy, Love to God and his People,
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You should rather begin the work with much assurance of Faith, that though you find your Heart never so wicked and reprobate at present, (as many of God's choicest Servants do often find) yet the Door of Mercy is open for you,
You should rather begin the work with much assurance of Faith, that though you find your Heart never so wicked and Reprobate At present, (as many of God's Choicest Servants do often find) yet the Door of Mercy is open for you,
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and that God will certainly save you for ever, if you put your trust in his Grace through Christ. I have formerly shewed that this confident Persuasion, is of the nature of saving Faith,
and that God will Certainly save you for ever, if you put your trust in his Grace through christ. I have formerly showed that this confident Persuasion, is of the nature of Saving Faith,
And if we have any holy Qualifications, this Confidence will preserve them in their Vigour and Brightness, that they may be able to give clear Evidence, that we are at present in a State of Grace.
And if we have any holy Qualifications, this Confidence will preserve them in their Vigour and Brightness, that they may be able to give clear Evidence, that we Are At present in a State of Grace.
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though a vile Sinner through Christ, as before was said, and whether I am already brought into a State of Salvation? The former of these I say, is to be resolved affirmatively by a confident Faith in Christ;
though a vile Sinner through christ, as before was said, and whither I am already brought into a State of Salvation? The former of these I say, is to be resolved affirmatively by a confident Faith in christ;
But know that though you cannot find that you have any Faith or Holiness, yet if you will now believe-on him that justifyeth the ungodly, it shall be accounted to you for righteousness, Rom. 4.5.
But know that though you cannot find that you have any Faith or Holiness, yet if you will now believe-on him that Justifieth the ungodly, it shall be accounted to you for righteousness, Rom. 4.5.
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And if you love Christ and your own Soul, mis-spend not your time in examining whether you have committed the unpardonable Sin against the Holy Ghost,
And if you love christ and your own Soul, misspend not your time in examining whither you have committed the unpardonable since against the Holy Ghost,
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Remember well that the Question to be resolved, is, Whether you be at present in a state of Grace? and to resolve it, you must be willing to know the best by your self as well as the worst:
remember well that the Question to be resolved, is, Whither you be At present in a state of Grace? and to resolve it, you must be willing to know the best by your self as well as the worst:
But your great work must be, to find whether there be not some Drop of saving Grace in the Ocean of your Corruption? And it will consist well with Humility to take notice of,
But your great work must be, to find whither there be not Some Drop of Saving Grace in the Ocean of your Corruption? And it will consist well with Humility to take notice of,
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because you find your selves carnal in a more prevailing degree, and the old man bigger than the new, Gal. 5.17. 1 Cor. 3.1. Especially you are to examine and prove whether you be in the Faith;
Because you find your selves carnal in a more prevailing degree, and the old man bigger than the new, Gal. 5.17. 1 Cor. 3.1. Especially you Are to examine and prove whither you be in the Faith;
because it is a known Truth, that to the Ʋnbelieving there is nothing pure, and that all that have not truly received Christ by Faith, are at present in an unregenerate State,
Because it is a known Truth, that to the Ʋnbelieving there is nothing pure, and that all that have not truly received christ by Faith, Are At present in an unregenerate State,
And some who have formerly lived in gross Ignorance, or in a manifest Opposition to true Faith and Holiness, may know such Circumstances of their Conversion,
And Some who have formerly lived in gross Ignorance, or in a manifest Opposition to true Faith and Holiness, may know such circumstances of their Conversion,
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and may reflect upon them comfortably, as the Apostle Paul did, who was turned of a suddain from his Persecuting Rage, to be a Disciple and an Apostle of Christ;
and may reflect upon them comfortably, as the Apostle Paul did, who was turned of a sudden from his Persecuting Rage, to be a Disciple and an Apostle of christ;
yet others, sincere Believers, may be wholly Ignorant of them, as John the Baptist, who was filled with the Holy Ghost from his mothers Womb, Luk. 1.15.
yet Others, sincere Believers, may be wholly Ignorant of them, as John the Baptist, who was filled with the Holy Ghost from his mother's Womb, Luk. 1.15.
and can make large Discourses of the workings of God upon their Hearts, and are prone to talk unseasonably with Vain-glorying of their own Experiences,
and can make large Discourses of the workings of God upon their Hearts, and Are prove to talk unseasonably with Vain-glorying of their own Experiences,
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Therefore that we may not unjustly condemn or justify our Faith, by proceeding on in-sufficient Evidences in its Tryal, our best way, is to examine it by the inseparable Properties of a true saving Faith, by putting to our selves such Questions as these;
Therefore that we may not unjustly condemn or justify our Faith, by proceeding on insufficient Evidences in its Trial, our best Way, is to examine it by the inseparable Properties of a true Saving Faith, by putting to our selves such Questions as these;
so as to despair absolutely of ever attaining to any Righteousness, Holyness or true Happiness while we continue in it? Are the Eyes of our Understandings enlightned to see the Excellency of Christ,
so as to despair absolutely of ever attaining to any Righteousness, Holiness or true Happiness while we continue in it? are the Eyes of our Understandings enlightened to see the Excellency of christ,
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and desire it with our whole Heart, as our only Happiness, whatsoever we may suffer for his sake? Do we desire with our whole Heart to be delivered from the Power and Practice of Sin,
and desire it with our Whole Heart, as our only Happiness, whatsoever we may suffer for his sake? Do we desire with our Whole Heart to be Delivered from the Power and Practice of since,
and endeavouring to trust on him confidently notwithstanding all Fears and Doubts that assault us? If you find in your self a Faith that hath these Properties,
and endeavouring to trust on him confidently notwithstanding all Fears and Doubts that assault us? If you find in your self a Faith that hath these Properties,
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though as small as a Grain of Mustard-Seed, and opposed with much Unbelief and manifold Corruptions in your Soul, you may conclude that you are in a state of Salvation at present,
though as small as a Grain of Mustard-Seed, and opposed with much Unbelief and manifold Corruptions in your Soul, you may conclude that you Are in a state of Salvation At present,
you should also examine the Fruits of your Faith, and try whether you can shew your Faith by your works, as you are taught, Jam. 2.18. that you may be sure not to be deceived in your Judgment concerning it.
you should also examine the Fruits of your Faith, and try whither you can show your Faith by your works, as you Are taught, Jam. 2.18. that you may be sure not to be deceived in your Judgement Concerning it.
And though it be true as I have noted, that Doubts concerning your Faith will breed doubting concerning the Sincerity of other Qualifications that are Fruits thereof,
And though it be true as I have noted, that Doubts Concerning your Faith will breed doubting Concerning the Sincerity of other Qualifications that Are Fruits thereof,
and by the hope of eternal Life, as the free Gift of God through Christ, and dependance on God to sanctify you by his Spirit according to his Promises.
and by the hope of Eternal Life, as the free Gift of God through christ, and dependence on God to sanctify you by his Spirit according to his Promises.
Remember that the New Testament is the ministration of the Spirit, 2 Cor. 3.6. and the Spirit will sanctify us, not by legal, but by Gospel Principles.
remember that the New Testament is the ministration of the Spirit, 2 Cor. 3.6. and the Spirit will sanctify us, not by Legal, but by Gospel Principles.
as may enable you to express your Sincerity in these moderate Terms, Pray for us, for we trust we have a good conscience in all things, willing to live honestly, Heb. 13.18. 3. Meditation on the Word of God is of very great use and advantage, for the attainment and practice of Holiness through Faith in Christ.
as may enable you to express your Sincerity in these moderate Terms, Pray for us, for we trust we have a good conscience in all things, willing to live honestly, Hebrew 13.18. 3. Meditation on the Word of God is of very great use and advantage, for the attainment and practice of Holiness through Faith in christ.
because it liveth and acteth, by minding of, and meditating on spiritual things. Therefore it is a Duty to be practised, not only at some limited times,
Because it lives and Acts, by minding of, and meditating on spiritual things. Therefore it is a Duty to be practised, not only At Some limited times,
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Some think, that much Preaching of the Word is not needful, where a People are already brought to the knowledge of those things that are necessary to Salvation. But they that are regenerated by the Word, find by Experience;
some think, that much Preaching of the Word is not needful, where a People Are already brought to the knowledge of those things that Are necessary to Salvation. But they that Are regenerated by the Word, find by Experience;
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And in stirring up our selves to holy Practice, we must warily observe how far the several parts of the Truth of God are powerful and effectual for the attainment of this End, that we may make use of them accordingly.
And in stirring up our selves to holy Practice, we must warily observe how Far the several parts of the Truth of God Are powerful and effectual for the attainment of this End, that we may make use of them accordingly.
We must not imagine as too many do, yea, and some great Masters in the Art of Meditation, that we can bring our Hearts effectually to the Love of God and Holiness,
We must not imagine as too many do, yea, and Some great Masters in the Art of Meditation, that we can bring our Hearts effectually to the Love of God and Holiness,
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and can work strange Metamorphoses, and work or frame in our Hearts any holy Qualifications or Vertue, meerly by working in our selves strong Apprehensions of God's eternal Power and God-head, his soveraign Authority, Omniscience, perfect Holiness, exact Justice, the equity of his Law,
and can work strange Metamorphoses, and work or frame in our Hearts any holy Qualifications or Virtue, merely by working in our selves strong Apprehensions of God's Eternal Power and Godhead, his sovereign authority, Omniscience, perfect Holiness, exact justice, the equity of his Law,
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But that we may receive this Life and Strength whereby we are enabled for immediate performance, we must meditate believingly on Christ's saving Benefits,
But that we may receive this Life and Strength whereby we Are enabled for immediate performance, we must meditate believingly on Christ's Saving Benefits,
or else it will not profit you, Heb. 4.2. and if you set the loving kindness of God frequently before your eyes, by meditating on it believingly, you will be strengthned to walk in the truth, Psal. 26.2.
or Else it will not profit you, Hebrew 4.2. and if you Set the loving kindness of God frequently before your eyes, by meditating on it believingly, you will be strengthened to walk in the truth, Psalm 26.2.
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as the carnal Jews did, that sought to be justified by the Law of Moses, and as many Christians do, that transform the New Covenant into a Covenant of Works, requiring sincere Obedience to all the Laws of Christ,
as the carnal jews did, that sought to be justified by the Law of Moses, and as many Christians do, that transform the New Covenant into a Covenant of Works, requiring sincere obedience to all the Laws of christ,
as the Apostle saith of Circumcision. Baptism verily profiteth if thou keep the Law, but if thou be a Breaker of the Law, thy Baptism is made no Baptism, Rom. 2.26.
as the Apostle Says of Circumcision. Baptism verily profiteth if thou keep the Law, but if thou be a Breaker of the Law, thy Baptism is made no Baptism, Rom. 2.26.
like to the Pharisees, who placed their Confidence on Circumcision, and other external Privileges, Phil. 3.4, 5. We are to know that God is not well pleased with many that are Baptised, 1 Cor. 10.2, 5. and the time will come when he will punish the Baptised with the Unbaptised,
like to the Pharisees, who placed their Confidence on Circumcision, and other external Privileges, Philip 3.4, 5. We Are to know that God is not well pleased with many that Are Baptised, 1 Cor. 10.2, 5. and the time will come when he will Punish the Baptised with the Unbaptised,
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Beware also of advancing Baptism to an equal Partnership with Faith in your Salvation, as some do, who account all Baptism null and void, besides that which is administred to persons grown up to years of Discretion,
Beware also of advancing Baptism to an equal Partnership with Faith in your Salvation, as Some do, who account all Baptism null and void, beside that which is administered to Persons grown up to Years of Discretion,
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and they that refuse to be re-baptized at those years, are to be accounted Aliens from the true Church, from Christ and his Salvation, notwithstanding all their Faith in Christ.
and they that refuse to be Rebaptized At those Years, Are to be accounted Aliens from the true Church, from christ and his Salvation, notwithstanding all their Faith in christ.
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Circumcision was as necessary as Baptism in its time, and yet the Israelites omitted it for the space of forty years in the Wilderness, without fearing that any would fall short of Salvation for want of it, John 5.6, 7. Many precious Saints in the Primitive times of Persecution, have gone to Heaven through a Baptism of Suffering for the Name of Christ,
Circumcision was as necessary as Baptism in its time, and yet the Israelites omitted it for the Molle of forty Years in the Wilderness, without fearing that any would fallen short of Salvation for want of it, John 5.6, 7. Many precious Saints in the Primitive times of Persecution, have gone to Heaven through a Baptism of Suffering for the Name of christ,
And in those ancient Times, when the Custom of deferring Baptism too much prevailed, we are not to think, that none were in a state of Salvation by Faith in Christ, that deferred that Ordinance, or neglected it.
And in those ancient Times, when the Custom of deferring Baptism too much prevailed, we Are not to think, that none were in a state of Salvation by Faith in christ, that deferred that Ordinance, or neglected it.
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What this Ordinance Seals? What did it engage us to? And accordingly, we must stir up and strengthen our selves by our Baptism, to lay hold on the Grace which it seals to us, and to fulfil its Engagements.
What this Ordinance Seals? What did it engage us to? And accordingly, we must stir up and strengthen our selves by our Baptism, to lay hold on the Grace which it Seals to us, and to fulfil its Engagements.
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We should often remember, that we are made Christs Disciples by Baptism, and engaged to hear him rather than Moses, and to Believe on him for our Salvation;
We should often Remember, that we Are made Christ Disciples by Baptism, and engaged to hear him rather than Moses, and to Believe on him for our Salvation;
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and our being the Children of God by Faith in Christ, and our being no longer under the former Schoolmaster the Law, Gal. 3.25, 26, 27. And that it sealed to us the putting off the body of sin, and our Burial and Resurrection with Christ by Faith, and the forgiving of our trespasses, Col. 2.12, 13. Our being made Members of one Body of Christ, and to drink into one Spirit, 1 Cor. 12.12, 13. We may find by such things as these which are more fully discovered in the Gospel, that it is the proper nature and tendency of Baptism, to guide us to Faith in Christ alone for remission of Sins, Holiness,
and our being the Children of God by Faith in christ, and our being no longer under the former Schoolmaster the Law, Gal. 3.25, 26, 27. And that it sealed to us the putting off the body of since, and our Burial and Resurrection with christ by Faith, and the forgiving of our Trespasses, Col. 2.12, 13. Our being made Members of one Body of christ, and to drink into one Spirit, 1 Cor. 12.12, 13. We may find by such things as these which Are more Fully discovered in the Gospel, that it is the proper nature and tendency of Baptism, to guide us to Faith in christ alone for remission of Sins, Holiness,
and all Salvation, by Union and Fellowship with him, and that a diligent improvement of this Ordinance, must needs be of great advantage to the Life of Faith.
and all Salvation, by union and Fellowship with him, and that a diligent improvement of this Ordinance, must needs be of great advantage to the Life of Faith.
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if it be used according to the Patern which Christ gave us in its first Institution, recorded by Three Evangelists, Mat. 26.26. Mar. 14.22, 24. Luk. 22.19, 20. and was extrordinarily revealed from Heaven by Christ himself to the Apostle Paul, 1 Cor. 11.23, 25. that we might be the more obliged and stirred up to the exact Observation of it.
if it be used according to the Pattern which christ gave us in its First Institution, recorded by Three Evangelists, Mathew 26.26. Mar. 14.22, 24. Luk. 22.19, 20. and was extrordinarily revealed from Heaven by christ himself to the Apostle Paul, 1 Cor. 11.23, 25. that we might be the more obliged and stirred up to the exact Observation of it.
as that his Body was broken for us, that his Blood is the Blood of the New Testament or Covenant, shed for us and for many for the remission of Sins, that so we may receive and enjoy all the Promises of the New Covenant which are recorded, Heb. 8.12.
as that his Body was broken for us, that his Blood is the Blood of the New Testament or Covenant, shed for us and for many for the remission of Sins, that so we may receive and enjoy all the Promises of the New Covenant which Are recorded, Hebrew 8.12.
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Furthermore, this Sacrament doth not only put us in mind of the spiritual Blessings, wherewith we are Blessed in Christ and our Enjoyment of them by Faith,
Furthermore, this Sacrament does not only put us in mind of the spiritual Blessings, wherewith we Are Blessed in christ and our Enjoyment of them by Faith,
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but also it is a Mean and Instrument, whereby God doth really exhibit and give forth Christ and his Salvation to true Believers, and whereby he doth stir up,
but also it is a Mean and Instrument, whereby God does really exhibit and give forth christ and his Salvation to true Believers, and whereby he does stir up,
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which sheweth that Christ's Body and Blood, are really communicated to us, and we do really partake of them, as well as of the Bread and Cup. The chief Excellency and Advantage of this Ordinance is, That it is not only a Figure and Resemblance of our living upon a crucified Saviour,
which shows that Christ's Body and Blood, Are really communicated to us, and we do really partake of them, as well as of the Bred and Cup. The chief Excellency and Advantage of this Ordinance is, That it is not only a Figure and Resemblance of our living upon a Crucified Saviour,
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and do find little benefit by it is, because they falsly imagine, that God in it only holds forth naked signs and resemblances of Christ and his Salvation, which they account to be held forth so plainly in Scripture, that they need not the help of such a sign:
and do find little benefit by it is, Because they falsely imagine, that God in it only holds forth naked Signs and resemblances of christ and his Salvation, which they account to be held forth so plainly in Scripture, that they need not the help of such a Signen:
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Whereas, if they understood, that God doth really give Christ himself to their Faith, by and with those Signs and Resemblances, they would prize it as the most delicious Feast,
Whereas, if they understood, that God does really give christ himself to their Faith, by and with those Signs and Resemblances, they would prize it as the most delicious Feast,
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because they think themselves brought by it into great danger of eating and drinking their own Damnation, according to those terrifying words of the Apostle, 1 Cor. 11.29. therefore they account it the safest way wholly to abstain from such a dangerous Ordinance;
Because they think themselves brought by it into great danger of eating and drinking their own Damnation, according to those terrifying words of the Apostle, 1 Cor. 11.29. Therefore they account it the Safest Way wholly to abstain from such a dangerous Ordinance;
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As the Jewish Rabbies write, that the High-Priests Life was so eminently hazarded by his entring once a year into the Holy of Holies, that he stayed there as little time as he could,
As the Jewish Rabbies write, that the High priests Life was so eminently hazarded by his entering once a year into the Holy of Holies, that he stayed there as little time as he could,
for they were darted against such a gross prophanation of the Lords Supper amongst the Corinthians as we may easily avoid, by observing the Institution of it, which the Apostle proposeth to them as a sufficient remedy against the gross abuse, in not discerning or differencing the Lords Body from other bodily Food, and partaking of it as their own Supper, with such disorder, that one was Hungry, and another Drunken.
for they were darted against such a gross profanation of the lords Supper among the Corinthians as we may Easily avoid, by observing the Institution of it, which the Apostle Proposeth to them as a sufficient remedy against the gross abuse, in not discerning or differencing the lords Body from other bodily Food, and partaking of it as their own Supper, with such disorder, that one was Hungry, and Another Drunken.
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yea the Apostle himself, Ver. 32. doth interpret it of a merciful, temporal Judgment, whereby we are chastened of the Lord, that we should not be condemned with the World.
yea the Apostle himself, Ver. 32. does interpret it of a merciful, temporal Judgement, whereby we Are chastened of the Lord, that we should not be condemned with the World.
We are indeed prone to sin in receiving this Ordinance unworthily, and so we are also to pollute more or less, all other holy things that we meddle with.
We Are indeed prove to sin in receiving this Ordinance unworthily, and so we Are also to pollute more or less, all other holy things that we meddle with.
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So that the consideration of our danger might sill us with slavish fear in the use of all other means of Grace as well as of this, were it not that we have a great High-Priest, to bear this Iniquity of our holy things, Exod. 28.38. under the Covert of whose Righteousness we are to draw near unto God, without slavish fear in the full assurance of Faith, in this as well as in other holy Ordinances;
So that the consideration of our danger might sill us with slavish Fear in the use of all other means of Grace as well as of this, were it not that we have a great High-Priest, to bear this Iniquity of our holy things, Exod 28.38. under the Covert of whose Righteousness we Are to draw near unto God, without slavish Fear in the full assurance of Faith, in this as well as in other holy Ordinances;
and we are to rejoyce in the Lord in this spiritual Feast, as the Jews were bound to do in their solemn Feasts, Deut. 16.14, 15. There are other Abuses of this Ordinance like to those of Baptism forementioned, whereby it is rendred opposite, rather than subservient to the Life of Faith.
and we Are to rejoice in the Lord in this spiritual Feast, as the jews were bound to do in their solemn Feasts, Deuteronomy 16.14, 15. There Are other Abuses of this Ordinance like to those of Baptism forementioned, whereby it is rendered opposite, rather than subservient to the Life of Faith.
We ought warily to conceive, that the true Body and Blood of Christ are given to us, with the Bread and Wine, in a spiritual mysterious manner, by the unsearchable Operation of the Holy Spirit, uniting Christ and us together by Faith, without any Transubstantiation in the outward Elements.
We ought warily to conceive, that the true Body and Blood of christ Are given to us, with the Bred and Wine, in a spiritual mysterious manner, by the unsearchable Operation of the Holy Spirit, uniting christ and us together by Faith, without any Transubstantiation in the outward Elements.
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6. Prayer is to be made use of, as a means of living by Faith in Christ, according to the New Man. And it is the making our Requests with Supplication and Thankfgiving:
6. Prayer is to be made use of, as a means of living by Faith in christ, according to the New Man. And it is the making our Requests with Supplication and Thankfgiving:
That it is to be used so, as an eminent Means appears, because God requireth it, 1 Thess. 5.17. Rom. 12.12. It is our priestly Work, 1 Pet. 2.5. compared with Psal. 141.2. and the property of Saints, 1 Cor. 1.2. and God is a God, hearing Prayer, Psal. 65.2. God will be prayed to by his People for the benefit that he is minded to bestow upon them when once he hath enabled them to pray;
That it is to be used so, as an eminent Means appears, Because God requires it, 1 Thess 5.17. Rom. 12.12. It is our priestly Work, 1 Pet. 2.5. compared with Psalm 141.2. and the property of Saints, 1 Cor. 1.2. and God is a God, hearing Prayer, Psalm 65.2. God will be prayed to by his People for the benefit that he is minded to bestow upon them when once he hath enabled them to pray;
And therefore trusting assuredly should not make us neglect, but rather perform this Duty, 2 Sam. 7.27. Christ the Mediator of the new Covenant by which Justification and Sanctification are promised, is also the Mediator for Acceptance of our Prayers, Heb. 4.15, 16. The Spirit that sanctifieth us, begette•h us in Chist, sheweth the things of Christ to us, is a Spirit of Prayer, Zech. 12.10. Gal. 4.6. He is as Fire inslaming the Soul, and making it to mount upward in Prayer to God.
And Therefore trusting assuredly should not make us neglect, but rather perform this Duty, 2 Sam. 7.27. christ the Mediator of the new Covenant by which Justification and Sanctification Are promised, is also the Mediator for Acceptance of our Prayers, Hebrew 4.15, 16. The Spirit that Sanctifieth us, begette•h us in Christ, shows the things of christ to us, is a Spirit of Prayer, Zechariah 12.10. Gal. 4.6. He is as Fire inslaming the Soul, and making it to mount upward in Prayer to God.
If they are Children of Sion; yet they are but still-born, dead Children that cry not, Acts 9.11. not written among the living in Jerusalem: Heathens in Nature, though Christians in Name, Jer. 10.25.
If they Are Children of Sion; yet they Are but stillborn, dead Children that cry not, Acts 9.11. not written among the living in Jerusalem: heathens in Nature, though Christians in Name, Jer. 10.25.
and poureth it self forth in all holy Desires and Affections, Psal: 62, 8. and so yeilds a sweet savour as Mary 's Box of precious Spicknard, Mark 14.3. John 12.3.
and pours it self forth in all holy Desires and Affections, Psalm: 62, 8. and so yields a sweet savour as Marry is Box of precious Spicknard, Mark 14.3. John 12.3.
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And so the same Promises are made to Faith and Prayer, Rom. 10.11, 12, 13. It is our continual Incense and Sacrifice, whereby we offer our selves, Hearts, Assections and Lives to God, Psal. 141.2. We act all Grace in it, and must act it this way, or else we are not likely to act it any other way.
And so the same Promises Are made to Faith and Prayer, Rom. 10.11, 12, 13. It is our continual Incense and Sacrifice, whereby we offer our selves, Hearts, Assertions and Lives to God, Psalm 141.2. We act all Grace in it, and must act it this Way, or Else we Are not likely to act it any other Way.
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Israel prevails while Moses holds up his Hands, Exod. 17. By Prayer Hannah is strengthened against her Sorrows, 1 Sam. 1.15, 18. Peace is continued, Phil. 4.6, 7. the disordered Soul set in order by it as Hannah, 1 Sam. 1. Psal. 32.1, 5. Incense was still burnt while the Lamps were dressed, Exod. 30.7, 8. It is added to the Spiritual Armoury, not as a particular piece of it,
Israel prevails while Moses holds up his Hands, Exod 17. By Prayer Hannah is strengthened against her Sorrows, 1 Sam. 1.15, 18. Peace is continued, Philip 4.6, 7. the disordered Soul Set in order by it as Hannah, 1 Sam. 1. Psalm 32.1, 5. Incense was still burned while the Lamps were dressed, Exod 30.7, 8. It is added to the Spiritual Armoury, not as a particular piece of it,
Hence the frequent use of this Duty is commended to us, Eph. 6.18. NONLATINALPHABET on all Seasons and Opportunities, and by the example of the Saints in publick with the Congregation, Acts 2.42.
Hence the frequent use of this Duty is commended to us, Ephesians 6.18. on all Seasons and Opportunities, and by the Exampl of the Saints in public with the Congregation, Acts 2.42.
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& 10.30, 31. Solemn continued Acts of Prayer should be, Mat. 6.1. Yea, several times, as Morning and Evening Sacrifice, Dan. 6.10. Psal. 92.2. or Thrice, Psal. 55.17. besides special Occasions, Jam. 5.13. and brief Ejaculations, that hinder not other business, Psal. 129.8. 2 Sam. 15.31. Nch. 2.4. Prayers should be solemn in our Closets, Mat. 6.6.
& 10.30, 31. Solemn continued Acts of Prayer should be, Mathew 6.1. Yea, several times, as Morning and Evening Sacrifice, Dan. 6.10. Psalm 92.2. or Thrice, Psalm 55.17. beside special Occasions, Jam. 5.13. and brief Ejaculations, that hinder not other business, Psalm 129.8. 2 Sam. 15.31. Each 2.4. Prayers should be solemn in our Closets, Mathew 6.6.
and at other appointed seasons, Numb 〈 … 〉 the continual burnt-offering, so ought 〈 … 〉 In a word, a Christian ought to give up himself eminently to this Duty, Psal. 109.4. without limits, Psal. 119.164.
and At other appointed seasons, Numb 〈 … 〉 the continual Burnt-offering, so ought 〈 … 〉 In a word, a Christian ought to give up himself eminently to this Duty, Psalm 109.4. without Limits, Psalm 119.164.
Here we had need say, Lord teach us to pray, Luke 11.1. and that not only as to the matter, but as to the manner, both which are taught by Christ in some measure, in that brief patern of Prayer which he taught his Disciples.
Here we had need say, Lord teach us to pray, Lycia 11.1. and that not only as to the matter, but as to the manner, both which Are taught by christ in Some measure, in that brief pattern of Prayer which he taught his Disciples.
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and therefore we are taught to pray by the Spirit, i. e. the Holy Ghost, Jude 20. Eph. 2.18. the Spirit of God only guideth and enableth our Souls to Pray aright;
and Therefore we Are taught to pray by the Spirit, i. e. the Holy Ghost, U^de 20. Ephesians 2.18. the Spirit of God only guideth and enableth our Souls to Pray aright;
and that you may do so, take these Rules: 1. You must pray with your Hearts and Spirits, Isa. 26.9. Joh. 4.24. where the Spirit of Christ, and of Prayer, principally resides, Gal. 4.6. Eph. 1.17. with Ʋnderstanding, 1 Cor. 14.15, 16. for we are renewed in Knowledg, Col. 3.10. 2 Pet. 1.3. so that praying in Ignorance cannot Sanctifie.
and that you may do so, take these Rules: 1. You must pray with your Hearts and Spirits, Isaiah 26.9. John 4.24. where the Spirit of christ, and of Prayer, principally resides, Gal. 4.6. Ephesians 1.17. with Ʋnderstanding, 1 Cor. 14.15, 16. for we Are renewed in Knowledge, Col. 3.10. 2 Pet. 1.3. so that praying in Ignorance cannot Sanctify.
For God seeth the Heart, Psal. 62.8. Prayer is chiefly a heart-work, Psal. 27.8. God heareth the Heart without the Mouth, but never heareth the Mouth acceptably without the Heart, 1 Sam. 1.13. Your Prayer is odious Hypocrisie, mocking of God, and taking his Name in vain, when you utter Petitions for the coming of his Kingdom, and doing of his Will, and yet hate Godliness in your Heart.
For God sees the Heart, Psalm 62.8. Prayer is chiefly a Heartwork, Psalm 27.8. God hears the Heart without the Mouth, but never hears the Mouth acceptably without the Heart, 1 Sam. 1.13. Your Prayer is odious Hypocrisy, mocking of God, and taking his Name in vain, when you utter Petitions for the coming of his Kingdom, and doing of his Will, and yet hate Godliness in your Heart.
This is Lying to God, and slattering with your Lips, but no true Prayer; and so God takes it, Psal. 78.36. and you must have a sense of your wants and necessities, and that God only can supply, 2 Chron. 20.12.
This is Lying to God, and slattering with your Lips, but no true Prayer; and so God Takes it, Psalm 78.36. and you must have a sense of your Wants and necessities, and that God only can supply, 2 Chronicles 20.12.
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And you must pray with attention, minding your selves what you pray, or else you cannot expect that God should mind it, 1 Pet. 4.7. Watch to it, Dan. 9.3. Set your selves to this Duty intently.
And you must pray with attention, minding your selves what you pray, or Else you cannot expect that God should mind it, 1 Pet. 4.7. Watch to it, Dan. 9.3. Set your selves to this Duty intently.
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but sinning and playing the Hypocrite, as Papists mumble over their Latin Prayers upon the Beads by Tale, prating like Parrots, what they cannot understand.
but sinning and playing the Hypocrite, as Papists mumble over their Latin Prayers upon the Beads by Tale, prating like Parrots, what they cannot understand.
This is a meer Lip-labour and bodily Exercise, offering a dead Carcass to God, plain deceit, Mal. 1.13, 14. a form of Godliness, with denying the Power, 2 Tim. 3.5. whereby Popery hath cheated the World of the Power of this, and all other Holy Ordinances.
This is a mere Lip-labour and bodily Exercise, offering a dead Carcase to God, plain deceit, Malachi 1.13, 14. a from of Godliness, with denying the Power, 2 Tim. 3.5. whereby Popery hath cheated the World of the Power of this, and all other Holy Ordinances.
as is commanded, Joh. 14.13, 14. It is not enough to conclude our Prayers, through Jesus Christ our Lord, but we must come for Blessings in the Garments of our elder Brother,
as is commanded, John 14.13, 14. It is not enough to conclude our Prayers, through jesus christ our Lord, but we must come for Blessings in the Garments of our elder Brother,
So also we must praise God for all things in his Name, as things received for his sake, and by him, Eph. 5.20. We must lay hold on his Strength only, and plead nothing, and own nothing for our Acceptance but him.
So also we must praise God for all things in his Name, as things received for his sake, and by him, Ephesians 5.20. We must lay hold on his Strength only, and plead nothing, and own nothing for our Acceptance but him.
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We must not plead our own works arrogantly, like the proud Pharisee, Luk. 18.11.12. except only as Fruits of Grace, and Rewards of Grace, Isa. 38.1, 2. Praying in the Spirit is upon Gospel, not legal Principles, Rom. 7.6. with 2 Cor. 6.3. with great Humiliation, and sense of Unworthyness, Psal. 51. with a broken Spirit, with Despair of Acceptance, otherwise than upon Christ's Account, Dan. 9.18.
We must not plead our own works arrogantly, like the proud Pharisee, Luk. 18.11.12. except only as Fruits of Grace, and Rewards of Grace, Isaiah 38.1, 2. Praying in the Spirit is upon Gospel, not Legal Principles, Rom. 7.6. with 2 Cor. 6.3. with great Humiliation, and sense of Unworthiness, Psalm 51. with a broken Spirit, with Despair of Acceptance, otherwise than upon Christ's Account, Dan. 9.18.
3. Hence you must not think to be accepted for the Goodness of your Prayers, and trust on them as works of Righteousness, which is making Idols of your Prayers,
3. Hence you must not think to be accepted for the goodness of your Prayers, and trust on them as works of Righteousness, which is making Idols of your Prayers,
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And others think their Prayers more acceptable in one place than in another, by reason of the Holiness of the place, Joh. 4.21, 24.1 Tim. 2.8. Others trust on their much speaking, Mat. 6. which they call the enlarging of their Hearts.
And Others think their Prayers more acceptable in one place than in Another, by reason of the Holiness of the place, John 4.21, 24.1 Tim. 2.8. Others trust on their much speaking, Mathew 6. which they call the enlarging of their Hearts.
as far as is necessary for your Salvation, Jam. 1.5, 6, 7. ch. 5.15. 1 Joh. 5.14, 15. Mar. 11.24. Heb. 10.24. and Psal. 62.8. and 86.7. and 55.16. and 57.1, 2. and 17.6. This is praying in Christ, Eph. 3.12. and by the Holy Ghost, the Spirit of Adoption, Rom. 8.16. Gal. 4.6. Without this, Prayer is Lifeless and Heartless, and but a dead Carcass, Rom. 10.14. Psal. 77.4.
as Far as is necessary for your Salvation, Jam. 1.5, 6, 7. changed. 5.15. 1 John 5.14, 15. Mar. 11.24. Hebrew 10.24. and Psalm 62.8. and 86.7. and 55.16. and 57.1, 2. and 17.6. This is praying in christ, Ephesians 3.12. and by the Holy Ghost, the Spirit of Adoption, Rom. 8.16. Gal. 4.6. Without this, Prayer is Lifeless and Heartless, and but a dead Carcase, Rom. 10.14. Psalm 77.4.
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and therefore if any Sin lye on Conscience, you must strive first to get the Pardon of it, Psal. 32.1.5. and 51.14, 15. and Purisication from it by Faith, that you may lift up holy hands without wrath and doubting, 1 Tim. 2.8. The sin of wrath there is especially mentioned, because that is contrary to Love and forgiving others.
and Therefore if any since lie on Conscience, you must strive First to get the Pardon of it, Psalm 32.1.5. and 51.14, 15. and Purisication from it by Faith, that you may lift up holy hands without wrath and doubting, 1 Tim. 2.8. The since of wrath there is especially mentioned, Because that is contrary to Love and forgiving Others.
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Thus your Spikenards will yield their Smell, as godly sorrow, Psal. 38.18. peace, Isa. 27.8. joy, Psal. 105.3. hope, Psal. 71.5. desire and love to God, Psal. 4.6. and love to all his commands, Psal. 119.4, 5. and to his people out of love to him, Psal. 122. you must seek the Spirit it self in the first place, Luk. 11.13. Psal. 37.5. and all spiritual things, Mat. 6.33. Praying only for carnal things, shews a carnal Heart, and leaves it carnal, Pray for faith, Mar. 9.24. and for such things as may serve most for the glorifying God, 2 Chron. 1.11, 12. and for outward things, you must act in submission to his Will;
Thus your Spikenards will yield their Smell, as godly sorrow, Psalm 38.18. peace, Isaiah 27.8. joy, Psalm 105.3. hope, Psalm 71.5. desire and love to God, Psalm 4.6. and love to all his commands, Psalm 119.4, 5. and to his people out of love to him, Psalm 122. you must seek the Spirit it self in the First place, Luk. 11.13. Psalm 37.5. and all spiritual things, Mathew 6.33. Praying only for carnal things, shows a carnal Heart, and leaves it carnal, Pray for faith, Mar. 9.24. and for such things as may serve most for the glorifying God, 2 Chronicles 1.11, 12. and for outward things, you must act in submission to his Will;
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and thus Prayer sets you in a holy frame, Mat. 26.42. Luk. 22.42, 43. Hallowing Gods Name, must be your aim, Mat. 6. not your Lusts, Jam. 4.3. 6. Strive to bring your Soul into order by this Duty, however disordered by Guilt, Anguish, inordinate Cares or Fears, Psal. 32.1, 5. and 55.16, 17, 20, 22. and 69.32. Phil. 4.6, 7.1 Sam. 1. A Watch must be often wound up;
and thus Prayer sets you in a holy frame, Mathew 26.42. Luk. 22.42, 43. Hallowing God's Name, must be your aim, Mathew 6. not your Lustiest, Jam. 4.3. 6. Strive to bring your Soul into order by this Duty, however disordered by Gilded, Anguish, inordinate Cares or Fears, Psalm 32.1, 5. and 55.16, 17, 20, 22. and 69.32. Philip 4.6, 7.1 Sam. 1. A Watch must be often wound up;
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you must wrestle in Prayer against your Unbelief, Doubting, Fears, Cares, Reluctancy of the Flesh, to that which is good, against all Evil, Lusts and Desires;
you must wrestle in Prayer against your Unbelief, Doubting, Fears, Cares, Reluctancy of the Flesh, to that which is good, against all Evil, Lustiest and Desires;
and the Graces and holy Desires to be acted for your selves or others, Col. 4.12. Rom. 15.30. Stir up your selves to the Duty, Col. 2.1, 2. Isa. 64.7.
and the Graces and holy Desires to be acted for your selves or Others, Col. 4.12. Rom. 15.30. Stir up your selves to the Duty, Col. 2.1, 2. Isaiah 64.7.
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And thus we shall find the Spirit helping our Infirmities, Rom. 8.26, 27. Though God seem to defer long, we must not faint or be discouraged, Luk. 18.1, 7. The greater our Agonies be, the more earnestly we are to pray, Psal. 22.1, 2. Luk. 22.42. This is NONLATINALPHABET Rom. 12.12. Eph. 6.18.
And thus we shall find the Spirit helping our Infirmities, Rom. 8.26, 27. Though God seem to defer long, we must not faint or be discouraged, Luk. 18.1, 7. The greater our Agonies be, the more earnestly we Are to pray, Psalm 22.1, 2. Luk. 22.42. This is Rom. 12.12. Ephesians 6.18.
In Supplication you must endeavour to work up your Heart to a godly Sorrow, Psal. 38.18. and a holy sense of your own Sin and Misery, and lay before you the Aggravations thereof, Psal. 51.3.
In Supplication you must endeavour to work up your Heart to a godly Sorrow, Psalm 38.18. and a holy sense of your own since and Misery, and lay before you the Aggravations thereof, Psalm 51.3.
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Psal. 102. Complaint and Lamentation are one great part of Prayer, as Lamentations of Jeremiah. And you must add pleading to your Petitions, with such Arguments as may serve to strengthen Faith,
Psalm 102. Complaint and Lamentation Are one great part of Prayer, as Lamentations of Jeremiah. And you must add pleading to your Petitions, with such Arguments as may serve to strengthen Faith,
which pleadings are taken from Attributes, Num. 14.17, 18. Promises, 2 Sam. 7.27, 28, &c. Gen. 32.9, 12. the equity of our cause, Psal. 17.2, 3. the advantage and benefit of the thing to the glory of God and our comfort, Psal. 115.1, 2. Psal. 79.9.10, 13. Naked Petitions are not sufficient,
which pleadings Are taken from Attributes, Num. 14.17, 18. Promises, 2 Sam. 7.27, 28, etc. Gen. 32.9, 12. the equity of our cause, Psalm 17.2, 3. the advantage and benefit of the thing to the glory of God and our Comfort, Psalm 115.1, 2. Psalm 79.9.10, 13. Naked Petitions Are not sufficient,
And we must make use also of Praise and Thanksgiving, for to stir up Peace, Joy, Love, &c. Gen. 33.10. Psal. 18.1, 2, 3. and 33.1. and 74.14. and 104.34. Especially be much in praising God for Mercies of the new State in Christ, Eph. 1.3. and then you will the better give thanks for all benefits on his account, Eph. 5.20. 1 Thess. 5.18. and plead those Benefits to stir up to Faith and Duty.
And we must make use also of Praise and Thanksgiving, for to stir up Peace, Joy, Love, etc. Gen. 33.10. Psalm 18.1, 2, 3. and 33.1. and 74.14. and 104.34. Especially be much in praising God for mercies of the new State in christ, Ephesians 1.3. and then you will the better give thanks for all benefits on his account, Ephesians 5.20. 1 Thess 5.18. and plead those Benefits to stir up to Faith and Duty.
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and it's plain the Spirit of God hath expressed it in different Words, Mat. 6. Luk. 11. But better to pray by that Form or other Forms, than not at all.
and it's plain the Spirit of God hath expressed it in different Words, Mathew 6. Luk. 11. But better to pray by that From or other Forms, than not At all.
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It is uncharitable to take away Crutches, or Woodden Leggs from lame People, yet none will look upon them but as dead helps. I say it is utterly unlawful to bind our selves to any Form,
It is uncharitable to take away Crutches, or Wooden Legs from lame People, yet none will look upon them but as dead helps. I say it is utterly unlawful to bind our selves to any From,
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You must make the whole Scripture your Common-Prayer-Book, as the Primitive Church did, being the Language of the Spirit reaching all Occasions and Conditions,
You must make the Whole Scripture your Common prayer book, as the Primitive Church did, being the Language of the Spirit reaching all Occasions and Conditions,
and spiritual Songs, of any sublime spiritual Matter, as Psal. 45. and the Song of Solomon. God hath commanded it, Col. 3.16. Eph. 5.19. in the New Testament.
and spiritual Songs, of any sublime spiritual Matter, as Psalm 45. and the Song of Solomon. God hath commanded it, Col. 3.16. Ephesians 5.19. in the New Testament.
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and there were many Commands for it under the Old Testament, Psal. 149.2, 3. and 96.1. and 100. Moses and the Children of Israel sang before David 's time, Exod. 15. David composed Psalms by the Spirit to be sung publickly, 2 Sam. 23.1, 2. yea, privately too, Psal. 40.3. 2 Chron. 29.30. Psal. 105.2. Other Songs also were made upon several Occasions, and used whether they were parts of the Scripture or no;
and there were many Commands for it under the Old Testament, Psalm 149.2, 3. and 96.1. and 100. Moses and the Children of Israel sang before David is time, Exod 15. David composed Psalms by the Spirit to be sung publicly, 2 Sam. 23.1, 2. yea, privately too, Psalm 40.3. 2 Chronicles 29.30. Psalm 105.2. Other Songs also were made upon several Occasions, and used whither they were parts of the Scripture or no;
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so they be according to the Word, Isa. 38.9, 14. The matter of Scripture may be sung, Psal. 119.54. Christ and his Disciples sang a Hymn, Mat. 26.30. supposed to be one of David 's Psalms;
so they be according to the Word, Isaiah 38.9, 14. The matter of Scripture may be sung, Psalm 119.54. christ and his Disciples sang a Hymn, Mathew 26.30. supposed to be one of David is Psalms;
and we may understand them better now, than the Jews could under the Old Testament, 2 Cor. 3.16. Col. 2.7. Christians heretofore practised this Duty as well as Jews, Act. 16.25.
and we may understand them better now, than the jews could under the Old Testament, 2 Cor. 3.16. Col. 2.7. Christians heretofore practised this Duty as well as jews, Act. 16.25.
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Neither let the recreating your Senses be your end, which is but a carnal work, Non Musica Chordula, sed Cor. This spiritual Musick was typifyed by musical Instruments of old. 2. You must use it for the same end as Meditation and Prayer, according to the nature of what is sung, i. e. to quicken Faith, 2 Chron. 20.21, 22. Act. 16.25, 26. and joy and delight in the Lord, glorying in him, Psal. 104.33, 34. and 105.3. and 149.1, 2. and 33.1, 2, 3. You are never right until you can be heartily merry in the Lord, to act Joy and Mirth holily, Jam. 5.13. Eph. 5.19. and also to get more Knowledge and Instruction in heavenly Mysteries, and in your Duty, teaching and admonishing, Col. 3.16. Many Psalms are Maschills (as their Title is) i. e. Psalms of Instruction;
Neither let the recreating your Senses be your end, which is but a carnal work, Non Musica Chordula, sed Cor. This spiritual Music was typified by musical Instruments of old. 2. You must use it for the same end as Meditation and Prayer, according to the nature of what is sung, i. e. to quicken Faith, 2 Chronicles 20.21, 22. Act. 16.25, 26. and joy and delight in the Lord, glorying in him, Psalm 104.33, 34. and 105.3. and 149.1, 2. and 33.1, 2, 3. You Are never right until you can be heartily merry in the Lord, to act Joy and Mirth holily, Jam. 5.13. Ephesians 5.19. and also to get more Knowledge and Instruction in heavenly Mysteres, and in your Duty, teaching and admonishing, Col. 3.16. Many Psalms Are Maschills (as their Title is) i. e. Psalms of Instruction;
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thus we are to sing such Psalms as speak in the first Person, though we cannot apply them to our selves as words uttered by our selves concerning our selves:
thus we Are to sing such Psalms as speak in the First Person, though we cannot apply them to our selves as words uttered by our selves Concerning our selves:
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and therein we do not lye an• more, than the Levites, the Sons of Corah, or J•duthun, or other Musicians bound to sing the• Psal. 5. and 39. and 42. Though it be good personate all good that we can,
and therein we do not lie an• more, than the Levites, the Sons of Corah, or J•duthun, or other Musicians bound to sing the• Psalm 5. and 39. and 42. Though it be good personate all good that we can,
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and there are some Alphabetical Psalms, as Psal. 25. & 34. & 37. & 111. & 112. & 119. & 145. And by the Melody of the Sound, the Instruction comes in with delight, as a Physical Dose sugar'd;
and there Are Some Alphabetical Psalms, as Psalm 25. & 34. & 37. & 111. & 112. & 119. & 145. And by the Melody of the Found, the Instruction comes in with delight, as a Physical Dose sugared;
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and Sorrow is naturally allay'd, to fit the mind for spiritual Joy, and distemper'd Passions appeased, 2 Kings 3.15. 1 Sam. 16.14, 15, 16. So that Orpheus, Amphion and others, were famous for Civilizing rude barbarous People by Musick.
and Sorrow is naturally allayed, to fit the mind for spiritual Joy, and distempered Passion appeased, 2 Kings 3.15. 1 Sam. 16.14, 15, 16. So that Orpheus, Amphion and Others, were famous for Civilizing rude barbarous People by Music.
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And we have Examples of it, Acts 13.2, 3. and 14.23. Under the Old Testament, there were frequent Commands for it, and Examples, chiefly upon occasion of extraordinary Afflictions, 1 Sam. 7.6. Neh. 9.1. Dan. 9.3. and 10.2, 3. 2 Sam. 12.16. Psal. 35.13. 2 Sam. 3.31. Joel 2.13. beside the Anniversary great day of Atonement, Lev. 16.29, 31. when every one was to Fast on pain of cutting off.
And we have Examples of it, Acts 13.2, 3. and 14.23. Under the Old Testament, there were frequent Commands for it, and Examples, chiefly upon occasion of extraordinary Afflictions, 1 Sam. 7.6. Neh 9.1. Dan. 9.3. and 10.2, 3. 2 Sam. 12.16. Psalm 35.13. 2 Sam. 3.31. Joel 2.13. beside the Anniversary great day of Atonement, Lev. 16.29, 31. when every one was to Fast on pain of cutting off.
or as a means of its self conferring Grace, and mortifying Lusts, as many do, who may sooner kill their Bodies than their Lusts, or any purifying Rite;
or as a means of its self conferring Grace, and mortifying Lustiest, as many do, who may sooner kill their Bodies than their Lustiest, or any purifying Rite;
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yea, or in or for it self acceptable to God, 1 Tim. 4.8. Heb. 12.9. Col. 2.16, 17, 20, 23. Imagine not that Prayer is not acceptable without it, for this is against Faith.
yea, or in or for it self acceptable to God, 1 Tim. 4.8. Hebrew 12.9. Col. 2.16, 17, 20, 23. Imagine not that Prayer is not acceptable without it, for this is against Faith.
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as that on the day of Atonement, and so many significative Rites adjoyned to Fasting, as Sackcloth, Ashes, Rending Garments, pouring out Water, lying on the Earth;
as that on the day of Atonement, and so many significative Rites adjoined to Fasting, as sackcloth, Ashes, Rending Garments, pouring out Water, lying on the Earth;
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2. Use them as helps to extraordinary Prayer and Humiliation, that the mind-may not be unsuited for it, by Eating, Drinking, or bodily Pleasures, Joel 2.13. Isa. 22. 12-13. Zech. 12.10, 14. It is good only as a help to the Soul, removing Impediments.
2. Use them as helps to extraordinary Prayer and Humiliation, that the mind-may not be unsuited for it, by Eating, Drinking, or bodily Pleasures, Joel 2.13. Isaiah 22. 12-13. Zechariah 12.10, 14. It is good only as a help to the Soul, removing Impediments.
when Heaven and Godly Sorrow takes off the Soul, Zach. 12.10, 14. 3. Use it in such a measure as may be proper for its End, without which its worth nothing.
when Heaven and Godly Sorrow Takes off the Soul, Zach 12.10, 14. 3. Use it in such a measure as may be proper for its End, without which its worth nothing.
as Daniel in his great Fast, ch. 10. Some have not enough of spiritual-mindedness to give up themselves to Fasting and Prayer, without greater distraction;
as daniel in his great Fast, changed. 10. some have not enough of spiritual-mindedness to give up themselves to Fasting and Prayer, without greater distraction;
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as in the Case of Virginity, 1 Cor. 7.7, 8, 9, 34, 35, 36. Christ would not have his weak Disciples necessitated to the Duty, Mat. 9.14, 15. In the mean time, such should strive to be sensible of the weakness and carnality that hinders their use of this excellent Help.
as in the Case of Virginity, 1 Cor. 7.7, 8, 9, 34, 35, 36. christ would not have his weak Disciples necessitated to the Duty, Mathew 9.14, 15. In the mean time, such should strive to be sensible of the weakness and carnality that hinders their use of this excellent Help.
The Devil will urge to Vow, and then to break, that he may perplex your Conscience the more. 8ly. Another great means is Fellowship and Communion with the Saints, Acts 2.42. 1. This means must be used diligently:
The devil will urge to Voelli, and then to break, that he may perplex your Conscience the more. 8ly. another great means is Fellowship and Communion with the Saints, Acts 2.42. 1. This means must be used diligently:
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and if they have not opportunity for it, their Heart should be bent towards it. Sometimes the Church is in the Wilderness, and hindred from Visible Communion and Ordinances:
and if they have not opportunity for it, their Heart should be bent towards it. Sometime the Church is in the Wilderness, and hindered from Visible Communion and Ordinances:
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But they that Believe in Christ are always willing and desirous so to add and joyn themselves, Acts 2.41, 44, 47. and they continued stedfastly in fellowship, 1 Joh. 2.19.
But they that Believe in christ Are always willing and desirous so to add and join themselves, Acts 2.41, 44, 47. and they continued steadfastly in fellowship, 1 John 2.19.
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And so far as we are necessitated to accompany with them, we ought to shew Charity to their Souls and Bodies, 1 Cor. 5.9. This Communion with Saints is to be exercised in private Converse, Psal. 101.4, 5, 6, 7. and in publick Assemblies, Heb. 10.25. Zach. 14.16, 17.
And so Far as we Are necessitated to accompany with them, we ought to show Charity to their Souls and Bodies, 1 Cor. 5.9. This Communion with Saints is to be exercised in private Converse, Psalm 101.4, 5, 6, 7. and in public Assemblies, Hebrew 10.25. Zach 14.16, 17.
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or holding forth the Light of Truth by his Churches to the World. A Church is the Temple of God, where God dwells, 1 Tim. 3.15. He hath placed his Name and Salvation there, as in Jerusalem of old, Joel 2.32. 2 Chron. 6.5, 6. He hath given to his Churches those Officers and Ordinances whereby he Converts others, 1 Cor. 12.28.
or holding forth the Light of Truth by his Churches to the World. A Church is the Temple of God, where God dwells, 1 Tim. 3.15. He hath placed his Name and Salvation there, as in Jerusalem of old, Joel 2.32. 2 Chronicles 6.5, 6. He hath given to his Churches those Officers and Ordinances whereby he Converts Others, 1 Cor. 12.28.
His Springs are there, Psal. 87. He makes the several Members of a Church, Instruments for the Conveyance of his Grace and Fulness from one to another,
His Springs Are there, Psalm 87. He makes the several Members of a Church, Instruments for the Conveyance of his Grace and Fullness from one to Another,
as the Members of the Natural Body convey to each other the fulness of the Head, Eph. 4.16. All the New-born are brought forth and nourished by the Church, Isa. 66.8, 10. ch. 49.20. & 60.4.
as the Members of the Natural Body convey to each other the fullness of the Head, Ephesians 4.16. All the Newborn Are brought forth and nourished by the Church, Isaiah 66.8, 10. changed. 49.20. & 60.4.
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They shall prosper that love the Church, so as to stand in its Gates, and unite as Members, Brethren and Companions, Psal. 122.2, 4, 6. And wrath is denounced against those that are not Members of it, at least of the mystical Body;
They shall prosper that love the Church, so as to stand in its Gates, and unite as Members, Brothers and Sodales, Psalm 122.2, 4, 6. And wrath is denounced against those that Are not Members of it, At least of the mystical Body;
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They cannot have God for their Father, that have not That for their Mother, Can. 1.7, 8. This maketh those that desire Fellowship with God, to take hold of the Skirts of his People, Zech. 8.23. 2. In particular, Fellowship with the Saints, conduceth to Holiness many ways.
They cannot have God for their Father, that have not That for their Mother, Can. 1.7, 8. This makes those that desire Fellowship with God, to take hold of the Skirts of his People, Zechariah 8.23. 2. In particular, Fellowship with the Saints, conduceth to Holiness many ways.
1. By manifold helps to Holiness which are received thereby. As 1. The Word and Sacraments, Act. 2.42. Isa. 2.3. Mat. 28.19, 20. And all the Ministerial Office and Labour in watching over Souls, Heb. 13.17. 1 Thess. 5.12, 13. Isa. 25.6. None of these Helps can be enjoyed without Fellowship of Saints, each with other;
1. By manifold helps to Holiness which Are received thereby. As 1. The Word and Sacraments, Act. 2.42. Isaiah 2.3. Mathew 28.19, 20. And all the Ministerial Office and Labour in watching over Souls, Hebrew 13.17. 1 Thess 5.12, 13. Isaiah 25.6. None of these Helps can be enjoyed without Fellowship of Saints, each with other;
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for mutual Assistance and common Good, none of these things could have continued, neither could any Believer been extant at this day, in an ordinary way,
for mutual Assistance and Common Good, none of these things could have continued, neither could any Believer been extant At this day, in an ordinary Way,
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3. Mutual Admonition, Instruction, Consolation to help each other when they are ready to fall, and to promote the good work in each other, 1 Thess. 5.14. He that walketh with the wise shall be wise, Prov. 13.20. Wo to him that is alone when he falleth.
3. Mutual Admonition, Instruction, Consolation to help each other when they Are ready to fallen, and to promote the good work in each other, 1 Thess 5.14. He that walks with the wise shall be wise, Curae 13.20. Woe to him that is alone when he falls.
So for quickning Affections, Iron sharpneth Iron, Prov. 27.17. Likewise the counsel of a friend, like ointment and perfume, rejoyceth the heart, Prov. 27.9.
So for quickening Affections, Iron sharpeneth Iron, Curae 27.17. Likewise the counsel of a friend, like ointment and perfume, Rejoiceth the heart, Curae 27.9.
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For Excommunication cuts off Actual Communion only, until Repentance be evident, and not absolutely abolisheth the Title and Relation of a Brother and Church-member,
For Excommunication cuts off Actual Communion only, until Repentance be evident, and not absolutely abolisheth the Title and Relation of a Brother and Church-member,
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Yet if he have not so much Grace as to Repent, it were better he had never known the way of Righteousness, 2 Pet. 2.21. 6. The lively Examples of Saints are before our Eyes in Church-fellowship, to teach and encourage, Phil. 3.17. ch. 4.9. 2 Tim. 3.10, 11. 2 Cor. 9.2. 2ly. By those holy Duties that are required, and do appertain to this Fellowship and Communion;
Yet if he have not so much Grace as to repent, it were better he had never known the Way of Righteousness, 2 Pet. 2.21. 6. The lively Examples of Saints Are before our Eyes in Church fellowship, to teach and encourage, Philip 3.17. changed. 4.9. 2 Tim. 3.10, 11. 2 Cor. 9.2. 2ly. By those holy Duties that Are required, and do appertain to this Fellowship and Communion;
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all Acts that belong to this Fellowship are Holy, as Hearing, receiving the Sacraments, Prayer, mutual Admonitions, &c. I shall consider some such holy Acts, whereby we are rather doers than receivers,
all Acts that belong to this Fellowship Are Holy, as Hearing, receiving the Sacraments, Prayer, mutual Admonitions, etc. I shall Consider Some such holy Acts, whereby we Are rather doers than Receivers,
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But holy Discourse is most acceptable to the Saints, and to be practised with them, Mal. 3.16. and is greatly to the advantage of Holiness, Prov. 11.25. 2. In helping, succouring, and conversing with Christ in his Members, we do good to Christ in his Members in Church-fellowship;
But holy Discourse is most acceptable to the Saints, and to be practised with them, Malachi 3.16. and is greatly to the advantage of Holiness, Curae 11.25. 2. In helping, succouring, and conversing with christ in his Members, we do good to christ in his Members in Church fellowship;
but not to Christ, Mat. 25.35, 49. Psal. 16.2, 3. We have advantage in general, to do all Duties that belong to us as Members of Christ to Fellow-members, which we cannot do if separate from them;
but not to christ, Mathew 25.35, 49. Psalm 16.2, 3. We have advantage in general, to do all Duties that belong to us as Members of christ to Fellow members, which we cannot do if separate from them;
as a Natural Member cannot perform its Office to other Members if separate from them. 2ly. The means must be used rightly, for the attaining of Holiness only in Christ.
as a Natural Member cannot perform its Office to other Members if separate from them. 2ly. The means must be used rightly, for the attaining of Holiness only in christ.
Confidence in them should have bin abandoned, as Pauls example teacheth, Phil. 3.3, 4, 5. &c. We must not Glory in Paul, Apollos, Cephas, but in Christ, else we Glory in the Flesh,
Confidence in them should have been abandoned, as Paul's Exampl Teaches, Philip 3.3, 4, 5. etc. We must not Glory in Paul, Apollos, Cephas, but in christ, Else we Glory in the Flesh,
and in Men, 1 Cor. 1.12, 13. & 3.21. Trusting on Church-priviledges, is an inlett to Formality and Licentiousness, Jer. 7.4, 8, 9, 10. and thence the Corruption of Churches, Isa. 1.10. 2 Tim. 2.20. 2. Follow no Church any further than you may follow it in the way of Christ;
and in Men, 1 Cor. 1.12, 13. & 3.21. Trusting on Church privileges, is an inlett to Formality and Licentiousness, Jer. 7.4, 8, 9, 10. and thence the Corruption of Churches, Isaiah 1.10. 2 Tim. 2.20. 2. Follow no Church any further than you may follow it in the Way of christ;
nor none, any surther than it speaketh as a true Church, according to the Voice of the Shepherd, Joh. 10.27. We must subject our selves to Ministers of Christ, and Stewards of his Mysteries, 1 Cor. 4.1.
nor none, any surther than it speaks as a true Church, according to the Voice of the Shepherd, John 10.27. We must Subject our selves to Ministers of christ, and Stewards of his Mysteres, 1 Cor. 4.1.
But must give up your selves first to Christ absolutely, and to the Church according to the Will of Christ, 2 Cor. 8.5. Our Fear must not be taught by the Precepts of Men, Mat. 15. The Doctrins of any Men are to be tryed by Scripture, whatever Authority they pretend to, Acts 17.11. An unlimited following Church-guides, brought the Church into Babylon, and into all manner of spiritual Whoredoms and Abominations.
But must give up your selves First to christ absolutely, and to the Church according to the Will of christ, 2 Cor. 8.5. Our fear must not be taught by the Precepts of Men, Mathew 15. The Doctrines of any Men Are to be tried by Scripture, whatever authority they pretend to, Acts 17.11. an unlimited following Church-guides, brought the Church into Babylon, and into all manner of spiritual Whoredoms and Abominations.
You are not Baptized into the Name of the Church, but into the Name of Christ, 1 Cor. 1.13. 3. Do not think that you must attain this or that Degree of Grace, before you joyn your self in full Communion with a Church of Christ in all Ordinances;
You Are not Baptised into the Name of the Church, but into the Name of christ, 1 Cor. 1.13. 3. Do not think that you must attain this or that Degree of Grace, before you join your self in full Communion with a Church of christ in all Ordinances;
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For Church Ordinances of special Communion, serve to strengthen you, and how can you get Heat being alone? The Disciples as soon as converted, embraced all Fellowship, Act. 2.42.
For Church Ordinances of special Communion, serve to strengthen you, and how can you get Heat being alone? The Disciples as soon as converted, embraced all Fellowship, Act. 2.42.
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how else shall Christs weak ones grow strong by that Nourishment that other parts supply? They are very unreasonable that expect that Christians should grow out of Church Fellowship, to as high a Degree of Grace,
how Else shall Christ weak ones grow strong by that Nourishment that other parts supply? They Are very unreasonable that expect that Christians should grow out of Church Fellowship, to as high a Degree of Grace,
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whereas bearing and longsuffering, are great Duties of Church-Fellowship, Eph. 4.2, 3. Rom. 14.1. The Weakest have most need to be strengthened by Church-Communion;
whereas bearing and long-suffering, Are great Duties of Church fellowship, Ephesians 4.2, 3. Rom. 14.1. The Weakest have most need to be strengthened by Church-Communion;
and we are bound to receive them, as Christ hath received us, Rom. 15.7. We do not reject or separate the weaker parts of the Body, 1 Cor. 12.23, 24. but put more Honour and Comliness on them.
and we Are bound to receive them, as christ hath received us, Rom. 15.7. We do not reject or separate the Weaker parts of the Body, 1 Cor. 12.23, 24. but put more Honour and Comeliness on them.
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Therefore you must keep Communion in Christs pure ways only, and in them seek Christ by Faith, that in the Enjoyment of those Advantages, you may receive,
Therefore you must keep Communion in Christ pure ways only, and in them seek christ by Faith, that in the Enjoyment of those Advantages, you may receive,
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judge of Churches and Men, according to the rule of the new creature, 2 Cor. 5.16, 17. and try them, Rev. 2.2. and 3.9. otherwise a Church may corrupt ye.
judge of Churches and Men, according to the Rule of the new creature, 2 Cor. 5.16, 17. and try them, Rev. 2.2. and 3.9. otherwise a Church may corrupt you.
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compare with Philemon, 10. The Union of the Saints together in distinct Societies, according to the places where they lived, was the Apostolick Practice,
compare with Philemon, 10. The union of the Saints together in distinct Societies, according to the places where they lived, was the Apostolic Practice,
and those that do so, are the best Sons of Christ's Church, who enquire, Is this the way to enjoy Christ, a Church-way being appointed to enjoy Christ therein.
and those that do so, Are the best Sons of Christ's Church, who inquire, Is this the Way to enjoy christ, a Churchway being appointed to enjoy christ therein.
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That you may seek Holiness and Righteousness, only by believing in Christ, and walking in him by Faith, according to the former Directions, take Encouragement from the great Advantages of this way, and excellent Properties of it. EXPLANATION.
That you may seek Holiness and Righteousness, only by believing in christ, and walking in him by Faith, according to the former Directions, take Encouragement from the great Advantages of this Way, and excellent Properties of it. EXPLANATION.
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THis Direction may serve as an Epilogue or Conclusion, by stirring us up unto a lively and chearful Imbracing these Gospel Rules forementioned by several weighty Motives.
THis Direction may serve as an Epilogue or Conclusion, by stirring us up unto a lively and cheerful Embracing these Gospel Rules forementioned by several weighty Motives.
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As many are kept from seeking Godliness because they know not the way to it, or the way that they think of, seems Uncouth, Unpleasant, Disadvantageous and full of Discouragement;
As many Are kept from seeking Godliness Because they know not the Way to it, or the Way that they think of, seems Uncouth, Unpleasant, Disadvantageous and full of Discouragement;
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not by the Law, or in a natural Condition, or by thinking to get it before we come to Christ, to procure Christ by it, which is striving against the Stream:
not by the Law, or in a natural Condition, or by thinking to get it before we come to christ, to procure christ by it, which is striving against the Stream:
and so it is agreeable to Gods design in all his Works, and the end that he aimeth at, Rom. 11.6. Isa. 2.17. Ezek. 36.21, 22.31.32. Psal. 145.4. and a fit means for the attaining the end that we ought to aim at in the first place, which is the Hallowing, Sanctifying and Glorifying Gods Name in all things;
and so it is agreeable to God's Design in all his Works, and the end that he aimeth At, Rom. 11.6. Isaiah 2.17. Ezekiel 36.21, 22.31.32. Psalm 145.4. and a fit means for the attaining the end that we ought to aim At in the First place, which is the Hallowing, Sanctifying and Glorifying God's Name in all things;
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because it excludes all boastings of the Creature, Rom. 3.27, 28. 1 Cor. 1.29.30, 31. Eph. 3.8, 9. This Property appears evidently in the Mystery of Sanctification by Christ in us through Faith.
Because it excludes all boastings of the Creature, Rom. 3.27, 28. 1 Cor. 1.29.30, 31. Ephesians 3.8, 9. This Property appears evidently in the Mystery of Sanctification by christ in us through Faith.
so that Christ is the immediate principal Agent of all their good Works, and they are Christs Works properly, who works all our Works in us and for us,
so that christ is the immediate principal Agent of all their good Works, and they Are Christ Works properly, who works all our Works in us and for us,
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and yet they are the Saints Works by Fellowship with Christ, by whose Light and Power the Faculties of the Saints do act and are acted, Gal. 2.20. Eph. 3.16, 17. Colos. 1.1. so we are to ascribe all our works to God in Christ, and thank him for them as free Gifts, 1 Cor. 15.10. Phil. 1.11. God inableth us to act not by our selves, as he doth others but by himself.
and yet they Are the Saints Works by Fellowship with christ, by whose Light and Power the Faculties of the Saints do act and Are acted, Gal. 2.20. Ephesians 3.16, 17. Colos 1.1. so we Are to ascribe all our works to God in christ, and thank him for them as free Gifts, 1 Cor. 15.10. Philip 1.11. God enableth us to act not by our selves, as he does Others but by himself.
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But God enableth us to conquer Sin, not by our selves, but by himself, Hos. 1.7. and the Glory of inabling us, doth not only belong to him which the Pharisee could not but ascribe to him, Luk. 18.11. but also the Glory of doing all in us;
But God enableth us to conquer since, not by our selves, but by himself, Hos. 1.7. and the Glory of enabling us, does not only belong to him which the Pharisee could not but ascribe to him, Luk. 18.11. but also the Glory of doing all in us;
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and bring forth Fruit by Marriage to him as our Husband, and Work in the Strength of him as the living Bread that we feed on, he is all in the new Man, Colos. 3.11. and all the Promises are made good in him, 2 Cor. 1.20.
and bring forth Fruit by Marriage to him as our Husband, and Work in the Strength of him as the living Bred that we feed on, he is all in the new Man, Colos 3.11. and all the Promises Are made good in him, 2 Cor. 1.20.
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However Satan appeareth to their natural Understandings as an Angel of light in such Tenents: Whatever Men say, its certain that Legalists are indeed the Antinomians.
However Satan appears to their natural Understandings as an Angel of Light in such Tenants: Whatever Men say, its certain that Legalists Are indeed the Antinomians.
and a corrupt Nature, but utter Impotency to do spiritual good, and Proneness to Sin, which is Death to God in all People according to nature, Psal. 51.5. Rom. 5.12. There is an utter Inability to keep the Law truly in any Point.
and a corrupt Nature, but utter Impotency to do spiritual good, and Proneness to since, which is Death to God in all People according to nature, Psalm 51.5. Rom. 5.12. There is an utter Inability to keep the Law truly in any Point.
and they think it will be more conducing to Godliness, to hold and teach either, that there is no original Sin or Corruption derived from Adam, or at least it is done away, either in the World, by universal Redemption;
and they think it will be more conducing to Godliness, to hold and teach either, that there is no original since or Corruption derived from Adam, or At least it is done away, either in the World, by universal Redemption;
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and that there is free-will restored, whereby People are able to encline themselves to do good, that Men may be more encouraged to set upon good Works, and their Neglect made inexcusable.
and that there is freewill restored, whereby People Are able to incline themselves to do good, that Men may be more encouraged to Set upon good Works, and their Neglect made inexcusable.
All this is indeed forcible against seeking and endeavouring for Holiness, by the free-will and power of Nature, which is the way of endeavouring, which I directed you to avoid,
All this is indeed forcible against seeking and endeavouring for Holiness, by the freewill and power of Nature, which is the Way of endeavouring, which I directed you to avoid,
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Yea, its necessary to know the first Adam, that we may know the second, Rom. 5.12. To believe the fall and original Sin, that we may be stirred up to fly to Christ by Faith for Holiness by free Gift, knowing that we cannot attain it by our own Power and Free Will, 2 Cor. 1.9. Mat. 9.12, 13. Rom. 7.24, 25. 2 Cor. 3.5. Eph. 5.14. There were no need of a new Man or a new Creation, if the old were not without strength and Life, Joh 3.5, 6, Eph. 2.8.
Yea, its necessary to know the First Adam, that we may know the second, Rom. 5.12. To believe the fallen and original since, that we may be stirred up to fly to christ by Faith for Holiness by free Gift, knowing that we cannot attain it by our own Power and Free Will, 2 Cor. 1.9. Mathew 9.12, 13. Rom. 7.24, 25. 2 Cor. 3.5. Ephesians 5.14. There were no need of a new Man or a new Creation, if the old were not without strength and Life, John 3.5, 6, Ephesians 2.8.
But original Deadness cannot hinder Gods working Faith and Hungrings and Thirstings after Christ, by the Spirit, through the Gospel, in those that God chooseth to walk holily and blamelessly before him in Love, 1 Thes. 1.4, 5. Act. 26.18.
But original Deadness cannot hinder God's working Faith and Hungerings and Thirstings After christ, by the Spirit, through the Gospel, in those that God chooses to walk holily and blamelessly before him in Love, 1 Thebes 1.4, 5. Act. 26.18.
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2. It confirms us in the Doctrin of Predestination, which many deny, because they say it takes Men off from Endeavours as fruitless, by telling Men that all Events are predetermined.
2. It confirms us in the Doctrine of Predestination, which many deny, Because they say it Takes Men off from Endeavours as fruitless, by telling Men that all Events Are predetermined.
but not at all against Endeavours for Holiness, by the Operation of God, giving us Faith and all Holiness by his own Spirit, working in us through Christ, we are to trust on Christ for the Grace of the Elect,
but not At all against Endeavours for Holiness, by the Operation of God, giving us Faith and all Holiness by his own Spirit, working in us through christ, we Are to trust on christ for the Grace of the Elect,
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and Gods good Will towards Men, Matt. 3.17. Luke 2.14. Psal. 106.4, 5. Election by Grace destroys seeking by Works, but not by Grace, Rom. 11.5, 6. And we are here taught to seek for Salvation only in the way of the Elect;
and God's good Will towards Men, Matt. 3.17. Lycia 2.14. Psalm 106.4, 5. Election by Grace Destroys seeking by Works, but not by Grace, Rom. 11.5, 6. And we Are Here taught to seek for Salvation only in the Way of the Elect;
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And seeing it appears by this Doctrin of Sanctification through Christ, that we are Gods Workmanship as to all the good wrought in us, Phil. 2.12, 13. Eph. 2.10. We may well admit that he hath appointed his Pleasure from Eternity, without infringing the Natural Liberty of our corrupt Wills, which reacheth not unto good Works, Acts 15.18.
And seeing it appears by this Doctrine of Sanctification through christ, that we Are God's Workmanship as to all the good wrought in us, Philip 2.12, 13. Ephesians 2.10. We may well admit that he hath appointed his Pleasure from Eternity, without infringing the Natural Liberty of our corrupt Wills, which reaches not unto good Works, Acts 15.18.
3. It confirms us in the true Doctrin of Justification and Reconciliation with God by Faith, relying on the Merits of Christs Blood, without any Works of our own,
3. It confirms us in the true Doctrine of Justification and Reconciliation with God by Faith, relying on the Merits of Christ Blood, without any Works of our own,
and that Freedom from it is necessary to all Holiness, as the Apostle teacheth, Rom. 6.11, 14. and 7.4, 5. And this way of Sanctification confirms the Doctrin of Justification by Faith,
and that Freedom from it is necessary to all Holiness, as the Apostle Teaches, Rom. 6.11, 14. and 7.4, 5. And this Way of Sanctification confirms the Doctrine of Justification by Faith,
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For if we are Sanctified, and so restored to the Image of God and Life by the Spirit through Faith, it is evident that God hath taken us into his Favour,
For if we Are Sanctified, and so restored to the Image of God and Life by the Spirit through Faith, it is evident that God hath taken us into his Favour,
and pardoned our Sins by the same Faith, without the Law, or else we should not have the Fruits and Effects of his Favour thereby to our eternal Salvation, Rom. 8.2.
and pardoned our Sins by the same Faith, without the Law, or Else we should not have the Fruits and Effects of his Favour thereby to our Eternal Salvation, Rom. 8.2.
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except they apprehend his loving them first freely without Works, 1 John 4.19. The great Objection and Reason of so many Controversies and Books written about it is,
except they apprehend his loving them First freely without Works, 1 John 4.19. The great Objection and Reason of so many Controversies and Books written about it is,
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because they think that Men will trust to be saved however they live: But Sanctification is an Effect of Justification, and floweth from the same Grace;
Because they think that Men will trust to be saved however they live: But Sanctification is an Effect of Justification, and flows from the same Grace;
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and that so inseparably, that we cannot have it without a real Union with him, 2 Cor. 13.5. 1 John 5.12. John 6.53. ch. 15.5. 1 Cor. 1.30. Col. 3.11. The Members and Branches cannot live without Union with the Vine and Head;
and that so inseparably, that we cannot have it without a real union with him, 2 Cor. 13.5. 1 John 5.12. John 6.53. changed. 15.5. 1 Cor. 1.30. Col. 3.11. The Members and Branches cannot live without union with the Vine and Head;
5. In the Doctrin of certain final Perseverance of the Saints, John 3.36. c. 6.37. & 5.24. 1 John 3.9. 1 Thess. 5.24. Phil. 1.6. John 10.23, 29. c. 4.14. They think this Doctrin maketh People careless of good Works.
5. In the Doctrine of certain final Perseverance of the Saints, John 3.36. c. 6.37. & 5.24. 1 John 3.9. 1 Thess 5.24. Philip 1.6. John 10.23, 29. c. 4.14. They think this Doctrine makes People careless of good Works.
but careful and couragious in trusting on the Grace of God for them, when they are brought by Regeneration heartily to desire them, Rom. 6.14. Numb. 13.30. setting upon the doing of them in that Grace, 1 Thess. 5.8, 11. And I have shewed that all fears of Damnation will never bring Persons to work out of love;
but careful and courageous in trusting on the Grace of God for them, when they Are brought by Regeneration heartily to desire them, Rom. 6.14. Numb. 13.30. setting upon the doing of them in that Grace, 1 Thess 5.8, 11. And I have showed that all fears of Damnation will never bring Persons to work out of love;
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and that nothing will do it, but a comfortable Doctrin. 3ly. It hath this excellent Property, that it is a Never-failing, effectually powerful, alone Sufficient, and sure way to attain to true Holiness:
and that nothing will do it, but a comfortable Doctrine. 3ly. It hath this excellent Property, that it is a Never-failing, effectually powerful, alone Sufficient, and sure Way to attain to true Holiness:
and breeds but Slavish and Hypocritical Obedience at best, and restrains Sin only instead of mortifying it, Gal. 4.25. The Jews sought another way and could not attain it, Rom. 9. And all that seek it another way shall lye down in Sorrow, Isa. 50.11.
and breeds but Slavish and Hypocritical obedience At best, and restrains since only instead of mortifying it, Gal. 4.25. The jews sought Another Way and could not attain it, Rom. 9. And all that seek it Another Way shall lie down in Sorrow, Isaiah 50.11.
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And that 1. Because as we are under the Law in our Natural Estate, we are Dead and Children of Wrath, Eph. 2.1, 3. And the Law curseth us instead of helping us, Gal. 3.10. and giveth no Life by its Obligation, Gal. 3.21.
And that 1. Because as we Are under the Law in our Natural Estate, we Are Dead and Children of Wrath, Ephesians 2.1, 3. And the Law Curseth us instead of helping us, Gal. 3.10. and gives no Life by its Obligation, Gal. 3.21.
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And so in this way only we have a new and Divine Nature by the Spirit of Christ in us, effectually carrying us forth to Holiness with Life and Love, Rom. 8.5.
And so in this Way only we have a new and Divine Nature by the Spirit of christ in us, effectually carrying us forth to Holiness with Life and Love, Rom. 8.5.
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We Sin not according to the new Nature, though we are not perfect in degree, because of the old Nature. 4ly. It is a most pleasant way to those that are in it, Prov. 3.17. and that in several respects.
We since not according to the new Nature, though we Are not perfect in degree, Because of the old Nature. 4ly. It is a most pleasant Way to those that Are in it, Curae 3.17. and that in several respects.
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So that the wayfaring Man, though a Fool, doth do not err therein, Isa. 35.8. Prov. 8.9. The enlightned Soul cannot think of another way when truly humbled, Prov. 1.8.
So that the wayfaring Man, though a Fool, does do not err therein, Isaiah 35.8. Curae 8.9. The enlightened Soul cannot think of Another Way when truly humbled, Curae 1.8.
as legal Spirits are about Thousands of Cases of Conscience, which do so multiply upon them, that they despair of finding out the way of Religion, by reason of so various Doubts and manifold Intricacies.
as Legal Spirits Are about Thousands of Cases of Conscience, which do so multiply upon them, that they despair of finding out the Way of Religion, by reason of so various Doubts and manifold Intricacies.
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But those that are in this way, may be sure, that though they sometime err, yet they shall not err destructively, but shall discern their way again, Gal. 4.7, 10.
But those that Are in this Way, may be sure, that though they sometime err, yet they shall not err destructively, but shall discern their Way again, Gal. 4.7, 10.
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2. It is easie to those that walk in it by the Spirit, though it be difficult to get into it by reason of the Opposition of the Flesh or Devil scaring us, or seducing us from it.
2. It is easy to those that walk in it by the Spirit, though it be difficult to get into it by reason of the Opposition of the Flesh or devil scaring us, or seducing us from it.
but what is Duty is given, and the Law is turned into Promises, Heb. 8. Ezek. 36.25, 26. Jer. 31.33. & 32.40. We have all now in Christ, Col. 3.11. and 2.9, 10, 15.17. This is a Catholick Medicine instead of a Thousand.
but what is Duty is given, and the Law is turned into Promises, Hebrew 8. Ezekiel 36.25, 26. Jer. 31.33. & 32.40. We have all now in christ, Col. 3.11. and 2.9, 10, 15.17. This is a Catholic Medicine instead of a Thousand.
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and Inabilities and Sinfulness? How ready are some to Toyle continually, and macerate their Bodies in a melancholy legal way, to get Holiness rather than perish for ever? and therefore how ready should we be,
and Inabilities and Sinfulness? How ready Are Some to Toil continually, and macerate their Bodies in a melancholy Legal Way, to get Holiness rather than perish for ever? and Therefore how ready should we be,
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No weariness, but renewing of strength, Isa. 40 31. 3. It is a way of Peace, Prov. 3.17. free from Fears and Terrors of Conscience, that those meet with unavoidably that seek Salvation by Works;
No weariness, but renewing of strength, Isaiah 40 31. 3. It is a Way of Peace, Curae 3.17. free from Fears and Terrors of Conscience, that those meet with avoidable that seek Salvation by Works;
It is not the way of Mount Sinai, but of Jerusalem, Heb. 12.18, 22. The Doubts of Salvation that People meet with, arise from putting some condition of Works betwixt Christ and themselves,
It is not the Way of Mount Sinai, but of Jerusalem, Hebrew 12.18, 22. The Doubts of Salvation that People meet with, arise from putting Some condition of Works betwixt christ and themselves,
but our walking in this way, is by Ftith, which rejects such Fears and Doubtings, Joh. 14.1. Mar. 5.36. Heb. 10.19, 22. It's free from Fears of Satan or any Evil, Rom. 8.31, 32. And free from slavish Fears of perishing by our Sins, 1 Joh. 2.1, 2. Phil. 4.6, 7. it laying hold on infinite Grace, Mercy and Power to secure us:
but our walking in this Way, is by Ftith, which rejects such Fears and Doubtings, John 14.1. Mar. 5.36. Hebrew 10.19, 22. It's free from Fears of Satan or any Evil, Rom. 8.31, 32. And free from slavish Fears of perishing by our Sins, 1 John 2.1, 2. Philip 4.6, 7. it laying hold on infinite Grace, Mercy and Power to secure us:
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4. It is a way that is paved with Love, like Solomons Chariot, Cant. 3.10. We are to set Gods loving-kindness, and all the gifts of his Love, still before our eyes, Psal. 26.2. Christs Death, Resurrection, Intercession before our eyes;
4. It is a Way that is paved with Love, like Solomons Chariot, Cant 3.10. We Are to Set God's Lovingkindness, and all the Gifts of his Love, still before our eyes, Psalm 26.2. Christ Death, Resurrection, Intercession before our eyes;
which breed Peace, Joy, Hope, Love, Rom. 15.13. Isa. 35.10. You must Believe for your Justification, Adoption, the Gift of the Spirit, and a future Inheritance;
which breed Peace, Joy, Hope, Love, Rom. 15.13. Isaiah 35.10. You must Believe for your Justification, Adoption, the Gift of the Spirit, and a future Inheritance;
so that it's through the Garden of Eden, rather than the Wilderness of Sinai, Act. 9.31. It is the Office of the Spirit our Guide, to be our Comforter, and not a Spirit of bondage, Rom. 8.15.
so that it's through the Garden of Eden, rather than the Wilderness of Sinai, Act. 9.31. It is the Office of the Spirit our Guide, to be our Comforter, and not a Spirit of bondage, Rom. 8.15.
and by the Rod of the Schoolmaster of the Law; but leads us and wins us to walk in his ways, by Allurements, Cant. 1.3. Hos. 11.4. See such Alurements, 2 Cor. 5.14, 15. c. 7.1. Rom. 12.1. 5. Our very Moving, Acting, Walking in this way, is a Pleasure and Delight;
and by the Rod of the Schoolmaster of the Law; but leads us and wins us to walk in his ways, by Allurements, Cant 1.3. Hos. 11.4. See such Allurements, 2 Cor. 5.14, 15. c. 7.1. Rom. 12.1. 5. Our very Moving, Acting, Walking in this Way, is a Pleasure and Delight;
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every good Work is done with Pleasure, the very Labour of the way is pleasant. Carnal Men wish Duties were not necessary, and they are burthensome to them;
every good Work is done with Pleasure, the very Labour of the Way is pleasant. Carnal Men wish Duties were not necessary, and they Are burdensome to them;
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but we act naturally, according to the New Nature, and perform our own New spiritual Desires and Lusts, by walking in the ways of God through Christ:
but we act naturally, according to the New Nature, and perform our own New spiritual Desires and Lustiest, by walking in the ways of God through christ:
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Unto this way the Prophet Habbakuk is exalted, when upon the Failure of all visible Helps and Supports, he resolves to rejoyce in the Lord, and joy in the God of his Salvation;
Unto this Way the Prophet Habakkuk is exalted, when upon the Failure of all visible Helps and Supports, he resolves to rejoice in the Lord, and joy in the God of his Salvation;
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and making God his Strength by Faith, his Feet should be as Hinds Feet, and should walk upon his high places, Hab. 3.18, 19. These are the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, that God hath set us in, being quickned and raised up together with him, Eph. 2.5, 6.
and making God his Strength by Faith, his Feet should be as Hinds Feet, and should walk upon his high places, Hab. 3.18, 19. These Are the heavenly places in christ jesus, that God hath Set us in, being quickened and raised up together with him, Ephesians 2.5, 6.
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and Christ in us, with all his fullness, Rom. 8.1, 2. Gal. 2.20. c. 5.25. We walk in Fellowship with God, dwelling in us, and walking about in us, 2 Cor. 6.18.
and christ in us, with all his fullness, Rom. 8.1, 2. Gal. 2.20. c. 5.25. We walk in Fellowship with God, Dwelling in us, and walking about in us, 2 Cor. 6.18.
And we may know that they are accepted and good, by our Gospel Principles which others have not, Rom. 7.6. 2. We are inabled to the most difficult Duties, Phil. 4.1, 3. and nothing is too hard for us.
And we may know that they Are accepted and good, by our Gospel Principles which Others have not, Rom. 7.6. 2. We Are enabled to the most difficult Duties, Philip 4.1, 3. and nothing is too hard for us.
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5. The preparing this way, cost Christ very dear; it is a costly way, Heb. 10.19, 20. 1 Pet. 3.18. 6. It is a good old way, wherein thou mayest follow the Footsteps of all the Flock.
5. The preparing this Way, cost christ very dear; it is a costly Way, Hebrew 10.19, 20. 1 Pet. 3.18. 6. It is a good old Way, wherein thou Mayest follow the Footsteps of all the Flock.
And have the Image of the same spiritual Man, 1 Cor. 15.49. Only here we have but the first fruits of the Spirit, Rom. 8.23. And live by faith and not by sight, 2 Cor. 5.7. And are not full grown in Christ, Eph. 4.13. Sanctification in Christ, is Glorification begun, as Glorification is Sanctification perfected.
And have the Image of the same spiritual Man, 1 Cor. 15.49. Only Here we have but the First fruits of the Spirit, Rom. 8.23. And live by faith and not by sighed, 2 Cor. 5.7. And Are not full grown in christ, Ephesians 4.13. Sanctification in christ, is Glorification begun, as Glorification is Sanctification perfected.
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