The duty and happiness of doing good two sermons : the former, preached at the Yorkshire feast, in Bow-Church, Feb. 17, 1679 : the other, before the Lord Mayor and Aldermen of London, at the Spittle, Apr. 14, 1680 / by John Sharpe ...
A SERMON PREACHED At the Second general Meeting of the Gentlemen and others in and near London, who were Born within the County of York. ECCLES. iii. 10. I know that there is no good in them,
A SERMON PREACHED At the Second general Meeting of the Gentlemen and Others in and near London, who were Born within the County of York. ECCLES. iii. 10. I know that there is no good in them,
THis Book of Ecclesiastes gives us an account of the several Experiments that Solomon had made in order to the finding out wherein the Happiness of Man in this World doth consist;
THis Book of Ecclesiastes gives us an account of the several Experiments that Solomon had made in order to the finding out wherein the Happiness of Man in this World does consist;
and no man did ever more industriously apply himself to, or took a greater liberty in enjoying those good things that are commonly most admired than he did:
and no man did ever more industriously apply himself to, or took a greater liberty in enjoying those good things that Are commonly most admired than he did:
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and yet so far was he from his desired satisfaction in these things, that he was forced to say of Laughter that it was mad, and of Mirth what good doth it.
and yet so Far was he from his desired satisfaction in these things, that he was forced to say of Laughter that it was mad, and of Mirth what good does it.
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He turned himself to works of Pomp and Magnificence, he built him stately Houses, and made him Gardens, and Vineyards, and Orchards, and Fountains. He increased his Possessions,
He turned himself to works of Pomp and Magnificence, he built him stately Houses, and made him Gardens, and Vineyards, and Orchards, and Fountains. He increased his Possessions,
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But wherein then is there any Profit if not in these things? What is that good that the sons of men are to apply themselves to in order to their living as comfortably as the state of things here will allow? This question (after an intimation of the uncertainty and perplexedness of all humane events,
But wherein then is there any Profit if not in these things? What is that good that the Sons of men Are to apply themselves to in order to their living as comfortably as the state of things Here will allow? This question (After an intimation of the uncertainty and perplexedness of all humane events,
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but withal of the exactness of the Providence of God who hath made every thing beautiful in its season, He thus resolves in the words of the Text, I know (saith he) that there is no good in them but for a man to rejoyce and do good in his life, that is to say,
but withal of the exactness of the Providence of God who hath made every thing beautiful in its season, He thus resolves in the words of the Text, I know (Says he) that there is no good in them but for a man to rejoice and do good in his life, that is to say,
I have found by long experience that all the Happiness that is to be had in the good things of this life doth arise from these two things, Rejoycing in the enjoyment of them,
I have found by long experience that all the Happiness that is to be had in the good things of this life does arise from these two things, Rejoicing in the enjoyment of them,
and I do not know what can be more proper and seasonable to be recommended and insisted on to you at this time and on this occasion, than these two things;
and I do not know what can be more proper and seasonable to be recommended and insisted on to you At this time and on this occasion, than these two things;
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We are here so many Brethren met together to Rejoyce and to do Good. To Rejoyce together in the sense and acknowledgment of Gods mercies and Blessings to us,
We Are Here so many Brothers met together to Rejoice and to do Good. To Rejoice together in the sense and acknowledgment of God's Mercies and Blessings to us,
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And to do Good not only by encreasing our Friendship and Mutual Correspondence, but by joyning together in a chearful Contribution to those our Country-men that need our Charity.
And to do Good not only by increasing our Friendship and Mutual Correspondence, but by joining together in a cheerful Contribution to those our Countrymen that need our Charity.
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and shall first speak of doing Good though it be last named, and shall afterwards treat of Rejoycing. The truth is, doing good in the order of nature goes before Rejoycing, for it is the Foundation of it.
and shall First speak of doing Good though it be last nam, and shall afterwards Treat of Rejoicing. The truth is, doing good in the order of nature Goes before Rejoicing, for it is the Foundation of it.
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Now in treating of this Argument I shall briefly endeavour these Three things. First, I shall earnestly recommend to you the Practice of doing good upon several Considerations.
Now in treating of this Argument I shall briefly endeavour these Three things. First, I shall earnestly recommend to you the Practice of doing good upon several Considerations.
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Secondly, I shall represent the Practicableness of it, by shewing the several ways which every person (though in the meanest Circumstances) is capable of doing good.
Secondly, I shall represent the Practicableness of it, by showing the several ways which every person (though in the Meanest circumstances) is capable of doing good.
or of the Benefits and Advantages that do accrue to us by doing good in our lives? or having begun, where shall I make an end? the subject is so copious that the study of a whole life cannot exhaust it. The more we consider it;
or of the Benefits and Advantages that do accrue to us by doing good in our lives? or having begun, where shall I make an end? the Subject is so copious that the study of a Whole life cannot exhaust it. The more we Consider it;
To do good is the end of all those Acquisitions, of all those Talents, of all those Favours and Advantages that God has blest us with, it is the proper use we are to put them to.
To do good is the end of all those Acquisitions, of all those Talents, of all those Favours and Advantages that God has blessed us with, it is the proper use we Are to put them to.
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If we do not employ them this way, we are so far from being better for them that we are much worse. What will signifie our Wit and good Humour, our Strength of Reason and Memory, our Wisdom and Knowledge, our Skill in Arts,
If we do not employ them this Way, we Are so Far from being better for them that we Are much Worse. What will signify our Wit and good Humour, our Strength of Reason and Memory, our Wisdom and Knowledge, our Skill in Arts,
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and Dexterity in managing Business, our Wealth and Greatness, our Reputation and Interest in the world, I say what will all these signifie if they do not render us more Useful and Beneficial to others? That which sets the price and value upon every worldly blessing, is the Opportunity it affords us of doing good.
and Dexterity in managing Business, our Wealth and Greatness, our Reputation and Interest in the world, I say what will all these signify if they do not render us more Useful and Beneficial to Others? That which sets the price and valve upon every worldly blessing, is the Opportunity it affords us of doing good.
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And perhaps if it were particularly examin'd, it would be found that all the other Natural Laws may be reduced to this and are ultimately to be resolv'd into it.
And perhaps if it were particularly examined, it would be found that all the other Natural Laws may be reduced to this and Are ultimately to be resolved into it.
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Be our lives otherwise never so busie and full of action, yet if others receive no benefit by them, we cannot give our selves any tolerable account of our time, we have in effect liv'd idly and done nothing.
Be our lives otherwise never so busy and full of actium, yet if Others receive no benefit by them, we cannot give our selves any tolerable account of our time, we have in Effect lived idly and done nothing.
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To do good is that which of all other services is most acceptable to God, it is that which he hath laid the greatest stress upon in the Scripture, it is that which he hath with the most earnest and affectionate perswasives, with the strongest Arguments, with the greatest promises and with the most dreadful threatnings enforc'd upon us.
To do good is that which of all other services is most acceptable to God, it is that which he hath laid the greatest stress upon in the Scripture, it is that which he hath with the most earnest and affectionate persuasive, with the Strongest Arguments, with the greatest promises and with the most dreadful threatenings enforced upon us.
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It is that which of all other Qualities gives us the greatest resemblance of his Nature and Perfections, for perfect Love and Goodness is the very Nature of God,
It is that which of all other Qualities gives us the greatest resemblance of his Nature and Perfections, for perfect Love and goodness is the very Nature of God,
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but was an Expression of his Love, and an instance of doing good, (nay I doubt not to say, the most severe acts of his Justice and Vengeance have all been such) And therefore with great reason hath our blessed Lord told us, that the way to become the Children of our Heavenly Father is to do good to all, with the same Freedom and Unreservedness that God makes his Sun to shine upon the World.
but was an Expression of his Love, and an instance of doing good, (nay I doubt not to say, the most severe acts of his justice and Vengeance have all been such) And Therefore with great reason hath our blessed Lord told us, that the Way to become the Children of our Heavenly Father is to do good to all, with the same Freedom and Unreservedness that God makes his Sun to shine upon the World.
so that to do good is that which doth most truly and perfectly render us the Disciples and Followers of Jesus, makes us really be what we pretend we are.
so that to do good is that which does most truly and perfectly render us the Disciples and Followers of jesus, makes us really be what we pretend we Are.
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And he hath left it as the great distinguishing Badge and Character, whereby his Disciples should be known from other men, that they should love one another even as he had lov'd them, that is (as his Apostle expounds him) they should love and do good to that degree as to lay down their lives for the brethren.
And he hath left it as the great distinguishing Badge and Character, whereby his Disciples should be known from other men, that they should love one Another even as he had loved them, that is (as his Apostle expounds him) they should love and do good to that degree as to lay down their lives for the brothers.
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But to do good is not only our greatest Duty but our greatest Interest and Advantage, which is that that Solomon chiefly refers to in the Text. It is certain that no man can take a more Effectual way to render his Being in the world Happy and Comfortable to him (according to the ordinary course and event of things) in what Condition or Circumstances soever he is placed,
But to do good is not only our greatest Duty but our greatest Interest and Advantage, which is that that Solomon chiefly refers to in the Text. It is certain that no man can take a more Effectual Way to render his Being in the world Happy and Comfortable to him (according to the ordinary course and event of things) in what Condition or circumstances soever he is placed,
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to the upholding and securing us in our Prosperity, and to the succouring and relieving us when we are in any evil Circumstances, such is the Contrivance and the Constitution of this World, that no man can subsist of himself,
to the upholding and securing us in our Prosperity, and to the succouring and relieving us when we Are in any evil circumstances, such is the Contrivance and the Constitution of this World, that no man can subsist of himself,
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I have been young and now am old (saith the same Psalmist) yet saw I never the Righteous (that is the merciful and good man, for that is the Notion of the word in that place and in most others) such an one saw I never forsaken nor his seed begging their bread.
I have been young and now am old (Says the same Psalmist) yet saw I never the Righteous (that is the merciful and good man, for that is the Notion of the word in that place and in most Others) such an one saw I never forsaken nor his seed begging their bred.
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And Epicurus himself the great Master of Voluptuousness would confess that it was not only more Brave but more Pleasant to do kindnesses than to receive them.
And Epicurus himself the great Master of Voluptuousness would confess that it was not only more Brave but more Pleasant to do Kindnesses than to receive them.
And certainly every good man will find it so, for as the exercise of Charity and Beneficence is as truly a gratification of our Natural Inclinations and Appetites as any other action or thing that causeth pleasure to us:
And Certainly every good man will find it so, for as the exercise of Charity and Beneficence is as truly a gratification of our Natural Inclinations and Appetites as any other actium or thing that Causes pleasure to us:
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Now by how much the appetite that is gratifi'd is more noble and divine; by so much must the delight that ariseth from that gratification be more exquisite.
Now by how much the appetite that is gratified is more noble and divine; by so much must the delight that arises from that gratification be more exquisite.
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Would we therefore treasure up to our selves a stock of lasting peace and joy to support us in all conditions of our life and so make our passage easie at our death, let us do all the good we can.
Would we Therefore treasure up to our selves a stock of lasting peace and joy to support us in all conditions of our life and so make our passage easy At our death, let us do all the good we can.
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I think I have said enough to convince any one of the truth of Solomons Proposition that there is nothing better for a man, nothing that more concerns him either in point of duty or happiness than to do good in his life.
I think I have said enough to convince any one of the truth of Solomons Proposition that there is nothing better for a man, nothing that more concerns him either in point of duty or happiness than to do good in his life.
but I will pursue this argument no further, but proceed to the second general point I propos'd which is to set before you the practicableness of this great duty, by shewing the several wayes which every person though in the meanest Circumstance, is capable of doing good.
but I will pursue this argument no further, but proceed to the second general point I proposed which is to Set before you the practicableness of this great duty, by showing the several ways which every person though in the Meanest Circumstance, is capable of doing good.
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and they bemoan themselves sadly upon this account, as thinking their lives useless because they have not those visible Capacities of being serviceable to the world that others have.
and they bemoan themselves sadly upon this account, as thinking their lives useless Because they have not those visible Capacities of being serviceable to the world that Others have.
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Nor again the head to the feet, I have no need of you, nay more, those members of the body (as he continues) that seem to be most feeble are yet very necessary.
Nor again the head to the feet, I have no need of you, nay more, those members of the body (as he continues) that seem to be most feeble Are yet very necessary.
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To reduce the Apostles notion to its particulars, or to shew in how many respects every individual person that is a Member of a Society is necessary to the publick,
To reduce the Apostles notion to its particulars, or to show in how many respects every Individu person that is a Member of a Society is necessary to the public,
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and either doth or may serve the Weal of it, and so do good in his life, is a task too great for me to undertake at this time, let it suffice at the present to propose to you these general heads.
and either does or may serve the Weal of it, and so do good in his life, is a task too great for me to undertake At this time, let it suffice At the present to propose to you these general Heads.
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First of all none can want opportunities of doing good that is in a capacity of performing any acts of mercy or charity strictly so called whether that charity be shew'd to the bodies or souls of men.
First of all none can want opportunities of doing good that is in a capacity of performing any acts of mercy or charity strictly so called whither that charity be showed to the bodies or Souls of men.
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To the bodies of men we do good when ever we contribute to the relieving and easing them of the outward pressures and wants, and necessities they lie under:
To the bodies of men we do good when ever we contribute to the relieving and easing them of the outward pressures and Wants, and necessities they lie under:
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when we establish the weak, when we reprove those that do amiss, in a word, all our attempts and endeavours in what way soever to reclaim men from vice,
when we establish the weak, when we reprove those that do amiss, in a word, all our attempts and endeavours in what Way soever to reclaim men from vice,
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by complying with the infirmities of those he converseth with, and in a word, by contributing any way to make the lives of others more easie and comfortable to them.
by complying with the infirmities of those he Converseth with, and in a word, by contributing any Way to make the lives of Others more easy and comfortable to them.
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Thirdly, A man also doth good when he makes use of that acquaintance or friendship or interest, that he hath with others to stir them up to the doing of that good which he by reason of the narrowness of his condition,
Thirdly, A man also does good when he makes use of that acquaintance or friendship or Interest, that he hath with Others to stir them up to the doing of that good which he by reason of the narrowness of his condition,
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Fourthly, Another way to do good is to be careful and diligent, and conscientious in the discharge of all those Publick Offices which we are call'd upon to execute in the place where we live.
Fourthly, another Way to do good is to be careful and diligent, and conscientious in the discharge of all those Public Offices which we Are called upon to execute in the place where we live.
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Fifthly, We do good when being in a private Capacity we so carry our selves in all the Relations in which we stand as the nature of the Relation requireth.
Fifthly, We do good when being in a private Capacity we so carry our selves in all the Relations in which we stand as the nature of the Relation requires.
Seventhly and Lastly, We may do a great deal of good by our good Examples, by being to others Patterns of Piety and Prudence, of Diligence and Industry, of Peaceableness and Loyalty, of Humility and Meekness and Temperance.
Seventhly and Lastly, We may do a great deal of good by our good Examples, by being to Others Patterns of Piety and Prudence, of Diligence and Industry, of Peaceableness and Loyalty, of Humility and Meekness and Temperance.
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And now all these things considered, who is there among us in such deplorable Circumstances that he can reasonably pretend to want ability or opportunity to do good in his life? Sure I am he must live in a desart,
And now all these things considered, who is there among us in such deplorable circumstances that he can reasonably pretend to want ability or opportunity to do good in his life? Sure I am he must live in a desert,
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And First, Since every man is so highly concern'd as we have seen, to do good in his life, let us all be perswaded seriously and heartily to apply our minds hereunto.
And First, Since every man is so highly concerned as we have seen, to do good in his life, let us all be persuaded seriously and heartily to apply our minds hereunto.
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Let us take all opportunities for it, let us contrive and manage all our affairs so that they may some way or other be subservient to the carrying on this great work.
Let us take all opportunities for it, let us contrive and manage all our affairs so that they may Some Way or other be subservient to the carrying on this great work.
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To heap up riches that we may be rich, or to throw them away upon our lusts are both equally intolerable, it is the doing good with them that sanctifies both the getting and the spending them.
To heap up riches that we may be rich, or to throw them away upon our Lustiest Are both equally intolerable, it is the doing good with them that Sanctifies both the getting and the spending them.
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Let this be the compass to steer and direct us in our pursuit after knowledge, in our learning Arts and Sciences, in the managery of our Trades and employments;
Let this be the compass to steer and Direct us in our pursuit After knowledge, in our learning Arts and Sciences, in the managery of our Trades and employments;
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and even when we pray for our selves let it be with this design and resolution, that as God in mercy bestows upon us the Blessings and the Grace we pray for, we will employ them for the good of others.
and even when we pray for our selves let it be with this Design and resolution, that as God in mercy bestows upon us the Blessings and the Grace we pray for, we will employ them for the good of Others.
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Secondly, if the doing good be so necessary a duty as hath been represented, what must we say of those men that frame to themselves Models of Christianity without putting this duty into its notion? There is a sort of Christianity which hath obtained in the world, that is made up of Faith and knowledge of the Gospel Mysteries, without any respect to Charity and good works.
Secondly, if the doing good be so necessary a duty as hath been represented, what must we say of those men that frame to themselves Models of Christianity without putting this duty into its notion? There is a sort of Christianity which hath obtained in the world, that is made up of Faith and knowledge of the Gospel Mysteres, without any respect to Charity and good works.
Nay have we not heard of a sort of Christianity, the very perfection of which seems to consist in the disparaging this duty of doing good as much as is possible;
Nay have we not herd of a sort of Christianity, the very perfection of which seems to consist in the disparaging this duty of doing good as much as is possible;
nay, so far from that, that it often proves a hindrance to it, by taking us off from that full relyance and recumbency that we ought to have on the Righteousness of Jesus Christ only, in order to our Salvation.
nay, so Far from that, that it often Proves a hindrance to it, by taking us off from that full reliance and recumbency that we ought to have on the Righteousness of jesus christ only, in order to our Salvation.
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Is it possible that they that so often call upon us to do good, to be rich in good works, above all things to have fervent charity among our selves, telling us that all faith is nothing, all knowledge of Mysteries is nothing, all gifts of Prophecy and Miracles are nothing,
Is it possible that they that so often call upon us to do good, to be rich in good works, above all things to have fervent charity among our selves, telling us that all faith is nothing, all knowledge of Mysteres is nothing, all Gifts of Prophecy and Miracles Are nothing,
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and a work that God will bless them the better for, yet they are loth to make it an essential ingredient of their Religion, they think they may be Religious and serve God without it.
and a work that God will bless them the better for, yet they Are loath to make it an essential ingredient of their Religion, they think they may be Religious and serve God without it.
If they be but sober in their lives, and just in their dealings and come to Church at the usual times, they have Religion enough to carry them to Heaven,
If they be but Sobrium in their lives, and just in their dealings and come to Church At the usual times, they have Religion enough to carry them to Heaven,
Nay if we will consult St. Matth. 25. where the Process of the General Judgment is described, we shall find these to be the great points that at the last day men shall be examined upon,
Nay if we will consult Saint Matthew 25. where the Process of the General Judgement is described, we shall find these to be the great points that At the last day men shall be examined upon,
It is true, to keep within doors and to attend our devotions (though those that are in appearance most abstracted from the world, are not always the most devout persons) I say this kind of life is the most easie and the safer.
It is true, to keep within doors and to attend our devotions (though those that Are in appearance most abstracted from the world, Are not always the most devout Persons) I say this kind of life is the most easy and the safer.
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This is a life most sutable to the contrivance and the genius of his Religion, which is more accommodated to Cities and publick Societies, than to Cloysters and Deserts.
This is a life most suitable to the contrivance and the genius of his Religion, which is more accommodated to Cities and public Societies, than to Cloisters and Deserts.
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And lastly this is to walk in a conformity to his command who hath bid us make our light so to shine before men that they may see our good works and glorifie our Father which is in Heaven .
And lastly this is to walk in a conformity to his command who hath bid us make our Light so to shine before men that they may see our good works and Glorify our Father which is in Heaven.
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That live scrapingly and uncharitably and uselesly to the world all their lives long, and then when they come to dye, think to Atone for their sins and neglects of this kind, by shewing some extraordinary Bounty to the poor,
That live scrape and uncharitably and uselessly to the world all their lives long, and then when they come to die, think to Atone for their Sins and neglects of this kind, by showing Some extraordinary Bounty to the poor,
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if he have done little good in his life, he is bound as he loves his soul to shew some extraordinary uncommon instances of Charity and a Publick spirit, when he comes to die.
if he have done little good in his life, he is bound as he loves his soul to show Some extraordinary uncommon instances of Charity and a Public Spirit, when he comes to die.
But then it is here as it is with the long delaying of Repentance, the deferring it so long has robbed the man of the greatest part of the praise and the comfort he might have expected from it.
But then it is Here as it is with the long delaying of Repentance, the deferring it so long has robbed the man of the greatest part of the praise and the Comfort he might have expected from it.
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I have said enough concerning the first point recommended in the Text, viz. doing Good. I now come briefly to Treat of the other, that is, Rejoycing, which is equally a part of the business of this day.
I have said enough Concerning the First point recommended in the Text, viz. doing Good. I now come briefly to Treat of the other, that is, Rejoicing, which is equally a part of the business of this day.
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The Rejoycing here recommended, is capable of two sences, the first more general and more concerning us as Christians, the other more particular and which more immediately concerns us as we are here met upon this occasion.
The Rejoicing Here recommended, is capable of two Senses, the First more general and more Concerning us as Christians, the other more particular and which more immediately concerns us as we Are Here met upon this occasion.
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so that we are always contented and well pleased, always free from those anxieties and disquiets and uncomfortable reflections that make the lives of mankind miserable.
so that we Are always contented and well pleased, always free from those anxieties and disquiets and uncomfortable reflections that make the lives of mankind miserable.
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It must be granted indeed that not many do arrive to this state, but yet I doubt not but that it is a state that may be attained at least in a great measure in this world.
It must be granted indeed that not many do arrive to this state, but yet I doubt not but that it is a state that may be attained At least in a great measure in this world.
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This St. Paul lays as the Foundation of Rejoycing, This (saith he) is our rejoycing, the Testimony of our Conscience that in simplicity and godly sincerity I have had my conversation in this world.
This Saint Paul lays as the Foundation of Rejoicing, This (Says he) is our rejoicing, the Testimony of our Conscience that in simplicity and godly sincerity I have had my Conversation in this world.
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And then secondly to make us capable of this constant Rejoycing besides the innocence of our lives there must go a firm and hearty perswasion of Gods particular Providence;
And then secondly to make us capable of this constant Rejoicing beside the innocence of our lives there must go a firm and hearty persuasion of God's particular Providence;
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Now when we firmly believe this and frequently attend to it, how can we be either solicitous for the future or discontented at the present events of things, let them fall out never so cross to our desires and expectations? This is the best Antidote in the world (and an effectual one it is) against all trouble and vexation and uneasiness that can happen to us upon any occasion whatsoever, to wit, the consideration that all things are managed by an infinitely Wise and good God,
Now when we firmly believe this and frequently attend to it, how can we be either solicitous for the future or discontented At the present events of things, let them fallen out never so cross to our Desires and Expectations? This is the best Antidote in the world (and an effectual one it is) against all trouble and vexation and uneasiness that can happen to us upon any occasion whatsoever, to wit, the consideration that all things Are managed by an infinitely Wise and good God,
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Thirdly, Another requisite both for the procuring and preserving this continual chearfulness and rejoycing, is a frequent and fixed attention to the great rewards of the other world, which God hath promised to all that truly love him and endeavour to please him.
Thirdly, another requisite both for the procuring and preserving this continual cheerfulness and rejoicing, is a frequent and fixed attention to the great rewards of the other world, which God hath promised to all that truly love him and endeavour to please him.
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This consideration will extreamly add to our comfort and contribute to our Rejoycing under all the miseries and afflictions that we can possibly fall into,
This consideration will extremely add to our Comfort and contribute to our Rejoicing under all the misery's and afflictions that we can possibly fallen into,
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and the worse our circumstances are in this life, the greater (if we be good) shall be our happiness in the next, for these light afflictions (as S. Paul tells us) which indure but for a moment, do work for us a far more exceeding weight of glory.
and the Worse our Circumstances Are in this life, the greater (if we be good) shall be our happiness in the next, for these Light afflictions (as S. Paul tells us) which endure but for a moment, do work for us a Far more exceeding weight of glory.
This then is the joy that we are to endeavour after in the first place, to be constantly well pleas'd and contented with our present condition, whatever it be,
This then is the joy that we Are to endeavour After in the First place, to be constantly well pleased and contented with our present condition, whatever it be,
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and that is the free and comfortable enjoyment of the good things of this life that God hath blessed us with, in opposition to a pinching and penurious way of living.
and that is the free and comfortable enjoyment of the good things of this life that God hath blessed us with, in opposition to a pinching and penurious Way of living.
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Solomon having told us in the text, that there is nothing better for a man than to rejoyce and do good, he adds by way of explication of what he meant by rejoycing, these words, that every man should eat and drink and enjoy the good of all his labours,
Solomon having told us in the text, that there is nothing better for a man than to rejoice and do good, he adds by Way of explication of what he meant by rejoicing, these words, that every man should eat and drink and enjoy the good of all his labours,
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For to have a plentiful portion of the good things of this life and not to have the heart to make use of them for the enjoyment of our selves and friends;
For to have a plentiful portion of the good things of this life and not to have the heart to make use of them for the enjoyment of our selves and Friends;
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The Iews by the appointment of God himself were to meet every year three times at Ierusalem, the Capital City of the Nation to feast and to rejoyce before the Lord, as we have it in the express words of Moses. And the Christians for near two hundred years after our Saviour had their Agapa, their Feasts of charity wherein they met together both poor and rich to enjoy and make merry one with another.
The Iews by the appointment of God himself were to meet every year three times At Ierusalem, the Capital city of the nation to feast and to rejoice before the Lord, as we have it in the express words of Moses. And the Christians for near two hundred Years After our Saviour had their Agapa, their Feasts of charity wherein they met together both poor and rich to enjoy and make merry one with Another.
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First, That we Rejoyce before the Lord, that is, that we make our humble acknowledgments and return our due praises and thanks to him for all the good things he hath blessed us with in our lives, confessing that all we have is from his free bounty and goodness,
First, That we Rejoice before the Lord, that is, that we make our humble acknowledgments and return our due praises and thanks to him for all the good things he hath blessed us with in our lives, confessing that all we have is from his free bounty and Goodness,
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The second end of these Feasts is to take occasion from hence to learn our duty, to be instructed in all the branches of that obedience we owe unto God.
The second end of these Feasts is to take occasion from hence to Learn our duty, to be instructed in all the branches of that Obedience we owe unto God.
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For as Maimonides observes, that was one of the principal reasons of Gods calling together all the people of the Iews to appear at the Feast of Tabernacles, to wit, that they might hear the Law read unto them;
For as Maimonides observes, that was one of the principal Reasons of God's calling together all the people of the Iews to appear At the Feast of Tabernacles, to wit, that they might hear the Law read unto them;
which if we can all resolve to do, I can safely apply to every one of you, that saying of Solomon in the 9 th Chapter of this book of Ecclesiastes, and the 7 th verse, with which I shall conclude:
which if we can all resolve to do, I can safely apply to every one of you, that saying of Solomon in the 9 that Chapter of this book of Ecclesiastes, and the 7 that verse, with which I shall conclude:
GROTIUS his Note upon this Text is this, that St. Paul now having finished this his Epistle to Timothy, it comes into his mind that there was need of some more particular application to be made,
GROTIUS his Note upon this Text is this, that Saint Paul now having finished this his Epistle to Timothy, it comes into his mind that there was need of Some more particular application to be made,
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And therefore that which S. Paul thought of so great importance as to give especial orders to Timothy, to press upon the Ephesian Citizens, will always be very fit to be seriously recommended to you in this place;
And Therefore that which S. Paul Thought of so great importance as to give especial order to Timothy, to press upon the Ephesian Citizens, will always be very fit to be seriously recommended to you in this place;
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I apply my self without farther preface to conclude this Easter. Solemnity with that, with which St. Paul concludes his Epistle, viz. with a short discourse of the Rich mans great duty and concernment, which is in these words plainly set forth to us.
I apply my self without farther preface to conclude this Easter. Solemnity with that, with which Saint Paul concludes his Epistle, viz. with a short discourse of the Rich men great duty and concernment, which is in these words plainly Set forth to us.
Secondly, the great Obligation that lies upon them to the performance of it, which we may gather from the vehemence and the Authority with which St. Paul orders Timothy to press it, charge them (saith he) that are rich, that they be not, &c.
Secondly, the great Obligation that lies upon them to the performance of it, which we may gather from the vehemence and the authority with which Saint Paul order Timothy to press it, charge them (Says he) that Are rich, that they be not, etc.
Thirdly, the mighty encouragement they have to observe this charge, for hereby, they lay up to themselves in store a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life.
Thirdly, the mighty encouragement they have to observe this charge, for hereby, they lay up to themselves in store a good Foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on Eternal life.
The First thing that is given in charge to all those that are rich in this world, is that they be not high minded, NONLATINALPHABET, that they do not think too well of themselves for being rich,
The First thing that is given in charge to all those that Are rich in this world, is that they be not high minded,, that they do not think too well of themselves for being rich,
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For what doth any of these worldly goods (which make us keep at distance) really add to a man in point of true worth and value? do they either recommend him more to God or to wise men or even to himself,
For what does any of these worldly goods (which make us keep At distance) really add to a man in point of true worth and valve? do they either recommend him more to God or to wise men or even to himself,
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For that for which either God approves us, or wise men esteem us, or we can speak peace and content to our selves, is not any thing without us, any thing that fortune hath given to us;
For that for which either God approves us, or wise men esteem us, or we can speak peace and content to our selves, is not any thing without us, any thing that fortune hath given to us;
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A man is no more a fit object of esteem, meerly for being rich, than the beast he rides on (if I may use the old comparison) is of commendation for the costly Trappings he wears.
A man is no more a fit Object of esteem, merely for being rich, than the beast he rides on (if I may use the old comparison) is of commendation for the costly Trappings he wears.
This likewise is a temptation to which they are exposed, and our Saviour hath very lively set it forth to us in the Parable of the Rich man in the Gospel, who having got mighty possessions,
This likewise is a temptation to which they Are exposed, and our Saviour hath very lively Set it forth to us in the Parable of the Rich man in the Gospel, who having god mighty possessions,
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But the conclusion of that parable doth sufficiently shew the vanity and ridiculousness of this trusting in our riches, for a message comes to him from God, Thou fool, this night shall thy soul be required of thee,
But the conclusion of that parable does sufficiently show the vanity and ridiculousness of this trusting in our riches, for a message comes to him from God, Thou fool, this night shall thy soul be required of thee,
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yet we have no certainty that our wealth will not leave us. How prosperous soever our present circumstances be, yet we cannot ensure the continuance of them;
yet we have no certainty that our wealth will not leave us. How prosperous soever our present Circumstances be, yet we cannot ensure the Continuance of them;
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The same divine foresight and contrivance that feeds the Fowls of the air, and clothes the Flowers of the field, doth also give them richly all things to enjoy ;
The same divine foresight and contrivance that feeds the Fowls of the air, and clothes the Flowers of the field, does also give them richly all things to enjoy;
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And as heartily returning thanks to their great Benefactor for every blessing they have (seem it never so much their own already,) as a hungry man that knows not where to get a meal, would to him that should give him a plentiful entertainment.
And as heartily returning thanks to their great Benefactor for every blessing they have (seem it never so much their own already,) as a hungry man that knows not where to get a meal, would to him that should give him a plentiful entertainment.
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In a word, those that have all things in this world must as devoutly look up to God, both in gratefully ascribing to him every enjoyment either past or present,
In a word, those that have all things in this world must as devoutly look up to God, both in gratefully ascribing to him every enjoyment either past or present,
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then we are to give this account of the passage, That S. Paul here useth a gradation in his speech, begins with the lowest and most general expressions of Charity,
then we Are to give this account of the passage, That S. Paul Here uses a gradation in his speech, begins with the lowest and most general expressions of Charity,
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in each following phrase intending to say something more great or particular than what he had said in the former, which is a most usual and elegant scheme of Rhetorick.
in each following phrase intending to say something more great or particular than what he had said in the former, which is a most usual and elegant scheme of Rhetoric.
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And therefore it will concern him to do kindnesses and good offices where he can, to be liberal and Hospitable, to oblige his Friends and Relations all ways possible, to assist all about him with his counsel, to encourage them by his example;
And Therefore it will concern him to do Kindnesses and good Offices where he can, to be liberal and Hospitable, to oblige his Friends and Relations all ways possible, to assist all about him with his counsel, to encourage them by his Exampl;
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That is the meaning of the Apostles second expression of being rich in good works. He must so study and improve in the Art of doing good, that his good deeds do equal his riches,
That is the meaning of the Apostles second expression of being rich in good works. He must so study and improve in the Art of doing good, that his good Deeds do equal his riches,
The more plentifully God hath blessed him with worldly wealth, the more diligent and industrious and solicitous he must be to do good with it, otherwise he is poorer than those that perhaps he now and then out of charity relieves.
The more plentifully God hath blessed him with worldly wealth, the more diligent and Industria and solicitous he must be to do good with it, otherwise he is Poorer than those that perhaps he now and then out of charity relieves.
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And 3 ly, Lest this doing good, and being rich in good works should only be interpreted of doing such kindnesses and good deeds that cost us nothing but the expence of our time or the employment of our pains,
And 3 lie, Lest this doing good, and being rich in good works should only be interpreted of doing such Kindnesses and good Deeds that cost us nothing but the expense of our time or the employment of our pains,
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Or 2 ly, whether this charity be of a more private nature, extending no farther than to particular persons that come in our way, whom we are convinced to be real objects of it;
Or 2 lie, whither this charity be of a more private nature, extending no farther than to particular Persons that come in our Way, whom we Are convinced to be real objects of it;
But 4 thly and lastly, the Apostle adds another thing to all this, and that is, that the Rich man must be willing to communicate. If the sence of this phrase be different from the former it will seem to import yet a higher degree of Liberality.
But 4 thly and lastly, the Apostle adds Another thing to all this, and that is, that the Rich man must be willing to communicate. If the sense of this phrase be different from the former it will seem to import yet a higher degree of Liberality.
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It will import that Rich men should be of such publick spirits, and so little esteem their wealth their own, that it should in a manner be made a common thing, wherein all should share as there was occasion.
It will import that Rich men should be of such public spirits, and so little esteem their wealth their own, that it should in a manner be made a Common thing, wherein all should share as there was occasion.
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God be thanked the Church of Christ is not now in such circumstances that it is either needful or reasonable precisely to observe the practice of those times as to this matter.
God be thanked the Church of christ is not now in such Circumstances that it is either needful or reasonable precisely to observe the practice of those times as to this matter.
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But this notwithstanding, their practice and the charge here laid upon us to be communicative will thus far oblige us, viz. that we Christians should always retain that publick generous spirit that they in the first times were acted with.
But this notwithstanding, their practice and the charge Here laid upon us to be communicative will thus Far oblige us, viz. that we Christians should always retain that public generous Spirit that they in the First times were acted with.
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We should sit so loose from the world, and so unconcerned in the distinction of meum and tuum, that we should make it our business to do good with what we have, thinking our wealth best employed when it is put to that use.
We should fit so lose from the world, and so unconcerned in the distinction of meum and tuum, that we should make it our business to do good with what we have, thinking our wealth best employed when it is put to that use.
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And when the cause of God, and the common interest of our Christian Brethren doth require it, we should then as freely part with all we have as our Predecessors in Christianity did.
And when the cause of God, and the Common Interest of our Christian Brothers does require it, we should then as freely part with all we have as our Predecessors in Christianity did.
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yet he wanted one thing to make him perfect (that is to make him a True Christian) and that was, to sell all that he had and give to the poor and come and follow him,
yet he wanted one thing to make him perfect (that is to make him a True Christian) and that was, to fell all that he had and give to the poor and come and follow him,
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This we may gather from S. Pauls way of urging it, charge them (saith he) that are rich in this world that they be not high minded, &c. He doth not say, recommend this to them as a thing that is very reasonable in it self, and will highly become them;
This we may gather from S. Paul's Way of urging it, charge them (Says he) that Are rich in this world that they be not high minded, etc. He does not say, recommend this to them as a thing that is very reasonable in it self, and will highly become them;
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But he saith, charge it upon them, intimating that there was a necessity they should thus practise, it was a duty indispensably incumbent upon all of them;
But he Says, charge it upon them, intimating that there was a necessity they should thus practise, it was a duty indispensably incumbent upon all of them;
And certainly this order of S. Paul to Timothy is a standing warrant, a perpetual commission to all Ministers of the Gospel to charge the same thing upon all Rich men in all places and times.
And Certainly this order of S. Paul to Timothy is a standing warrant, a perpetual commission to all Ministers of the Gospel to charge the same thing upon all Rich men in all places and times.
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But in the pressing and enforcing this charge I shall not so much have regard to the three former duties as to the last, which concerns the doing good with our wealth, the exercising acts of Bounty and Charity as we have opportunity.
But in the pressing and enforcing this charge I shall not so much have regard to the three former duties as to the last, which concerns the doing good with our wealth, the exercising acts of Bounty and Charity as we have opportunity.
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Whoever acknowledgeth the Being of God, and owns his Providence in the world, must necessarily believe that all that portion of good things which he enjoys in this life doth proceed from that God as the Author and Fountain,
Whoever acknowledgeth the Being of God, and owns his Providence in the world, must necessarily believe that all that portion of good things which he enjoys in this life does proceed from that God as the Author and Fountain,
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and his Reason and Humanity will suggest to him, that there are some returns of Gratitude to be made to Him that of his free bounty hath thus obliged him;
and his Reason and Humanity will suggest to him, that there Are Some returns of Gratitude to be made to Him that of his free bounty hath thus obliged him;
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but what returns can he make to God for his blessings, other than in communicating those blessings among his fellow creatures? To think that a verbal acknowledgment of God 's favours is a suitable return, is against the common sence of mankind, who know that there goes more to a mans being truly grateful than the entertaining the person that obliged him with fair speeches and professions of his Obligations:
but what returns can he make to God for his blessings, other than in communicating those blessings among his fellow creatures? To think that a verbal acknowledgment of God is favours is a suitable return, is against the Common sense of mankind, who know that there Goes more to a men being truly grateful than the entertaining the person that obliged him with fair Speeches and professions of his Obligations:
He hath deputed them to receive the real testimonies of our gratitude to him, and whatsoever obligations we put upon them, he takes them as an expression of our Love and thankfulness to him.
He hath deputed them to receive the real testimonies of our gratitude to him, and whatsoever obligations we put upon them, he Takes them as an expression of our Love and thankfulness to him.
And the charitable contributions of the Hebrew Christians to their indigent brethren, is by S. Paul styled a work and labour of love shewed to God himself, Heb. 6. If therefore Rich men would not be unkind and ingrateful to him that gave them all they have;
And the charitable contributions of the Hebrew Christians to their indigent brothers, is by S. Paul styled a work and labour of love showed to God himself, Hebrew 6. If Therefore Rich men would not be unkind and ingrateful to him that gave them all they have;
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Secondly, The Practice of this must likewise be charged upon them in point of Iustice as well as Gratitude, it is a piece of dishonesty not to do good with the wealth that God hath given us,
Secondly, The Practice of this must likewise be charged upon them in point of justice as well as Gratitude, it is a piece of dishonesty not to do good with the wealth that God hath given us,
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After we have served our own needs we must dispense the surplusage among the family of God, otherwise we are false and wicked Stewards, we abuse and misemploy our Masters Talents,
After we have served our own needs we must dispense the surplusage among the family of God, otherwise we Are false and wicked Stewards, we abuse and misemploy our Masters Talents,
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Works of Charity are so essential to all Religion, and more especially to that which we call Christian, that without them it is but an empty name in whosoever professes it.
Works of Charity Are so essential to all Religion, and more especially to that which we call Christian, that without them it is but an empty name in whosoever Professes it.
yet if they be hard hearted and uncharitable, if God hath given them wealth, and they have not hearts to do good with it, they have no true piety towards God.
yet if they be hard hearted and uncharitable, if God hath given them wealth, and they have not hearts to do good with it, they have no true piety towards God.
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unless this be to be accounted love to give them good words, to say to a brother or a sister that is naked and destitute of daily food, depart in peace, be ye warmed and filled, when notwithstanding they give them not those things that be needful for the body.
unless this be to be accounted love to give them good words, to say to a brother or a sister that is naked and destitute of daily food, depart in peace, be the warmed and filled, when notwithstanding they give them not those things that be needful for the body.
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Can he be thought a Religious man or a true Christian, that wants the two main qualifications that go to the making up a Disciple of Christ, that is to say, Faith and Repentance ? yet this doth he that is rich in this world, but is not rich in good works.
Can he be Thought a Religious man or a true Christian, that Wants the two main qualifications that go to the making up a Disciple of christ, that is to say, Faith and Repentance? yet this does he that is rich in this world, but is not rich in good works.
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If we mean that our Faith should avail us any thing, it must work (or be made perfect) by Charity, saith S. Paul, for though a man have all faith so that he could remove mountains, i. e.
If we mean that our Faith should avail us any thing, it must work (or be made perfect) by Charity, Says S. Paul, for though a man have all faith so that he could remove Mountains, i. e.
If it be said that the charity that S. Paul makes so necessary to effectual Faith, is not giving alms but quite another thing, for according to him a man may give all his goods to feed the poor, and yet want the Charity that he speaks of:
If it be said that the charity that S. Paul makes so necessary to effectual Faith, is not giving alms but quite Another thing, for according to him a man may give all his goods to feed the poor, and yet want the Charity that he speaks of:
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The plain account of this matter is this, S. Paul speaks of Charity with respect to its inward principle in the heart, which consists in an universal kindness and good will to the whole Creation of God;
The plain account of this matter is this, S. Paul speaks of Charity with respect to its inward principle in the heart, which consists in an universal kindness and good will to the Whole Creation of God;
and we speak of it with respect to the outward fruits of it in the life and conversation, which are all sorts of good works, especially works of mercy and bounty:
and we speak of it with respect to the outward fruits of it in the life and Conversation, which Are all sorts of good works, especially works of mercy and bounty:
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whereever there is charity in the heart it must of necessity shew it self in these kind of actions as there is occasion, otherwise the charity is not true but only pretended,
wherever there is charity in the heart it must of necessity show it self in these kind of actions as there is occasion, otherwise the charity is not true but only pretended,
When S. Iohn Baptist came preaching Repentance unto Israel, the people asked him saying what shall we do ? meaning in what manner they should express their Repentance:
When S. John Baptist Come preaching Repentance unto Israel, the people asked him saying what shall we do? meaning in what manner they should express their Repentance:
and suitable to this was the Prophets advice to the King of Babylon, when he exhorteth him to Repentance, break off thy sins (saith he) by righteousness, and thy iniquity by shewing mercy to the poor, that is, evidence thy Repentance by thy Alms-giving and Charity.
and suitable to this was the prophets Advice to the King of Babylon, when he exhorteth him to Repentance, break off thy Sins (Says he) by righteousness, and thy iniquity by showing mercy to the poor, that is, evidence thy Repentance by thy Almsgiving and Charity.
Furthermore, can he be either a good man or a good Christian, that lives in the habitual neglect of that, which of all other virtues God in Scripture seems to set the greatest value upon;
Furthermore, can he be either a good man or a good Christian, that lives in the habitual neglect of that, which of all other Virtues God in Scripture seems to Set the greatest valve upon;
and contrariwise practiseth that which God hath most particularly declared his hatred and aversion to? yet thus doth he that is not charitable with what he hath.
and contrariwise Practiseth that which God hath most particularly declared his hatred and aversion to? yet thus does he that is not charitable with what he hath.
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So highly acceptable to God are works of mercy and charity, that they are declared to be the sacrifices with which he is well pleased, Heb. 13.8. the things in which he doth delight, Ierem. 9.24. and blessed and happy are they pronounced that do them, Prov. 22.9. cap. 14.21. for hereby men become the children of God, Luke 6.35.
So highly acceptable to God Are works of mercy and charity, that they Are declared to be the Sacrifices with which he is well pleased, Hebrew 13.8. the things in which he does delight, Jeremiah 9.24. and blessed and happy Are they pronounced that do them, Curae 22.9. cap. 14.21. for hereby men become the children of God, Lycia 6.35.
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and entitled to his more especial care and protection, Ps. 41.1, &c. nay so dear do they render a man to his Maker, that the wise son of Sirach scrupled not to recommend the practice of them in these terms, Be thou (saith he) a Father to the fatherless and instead of a husband unto their mother,
and entitled to his more especial care and protection, Ps. 41.1, etc. nay so dear do they render a man to his Maker, that the wise son of Sirach scrupled not to recommend the practice of them in these terms, Be thou (Says he) a Father to the fatherless and instead of a husband unto their mother,
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The uncharitable and hard-hearted men God hath declared he will have no mercy on; but they shall have judgment without mercy that have shewed no mercy.
The uncharitable and hardhearted men God hath declared he will have no mercy on; but they shall have judgement without mercy that have showed no mercy.
Fourthly and lastly, a necessity there is, that those that are rich in this world, should do good and be rich in good works, &c. upon their own account.
Fourthly and lastly, a necessity there is, that those that Are rich in this world, should do good and be rich in good works, etc. upon their own account.
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O that they would seriously consider and often remember those words of Abraham to the Rich man in Hell, Son (saith he) remember that thou in thy life receivedst thy good things,
Oh that they would seriously Consider and often Remember those words of Abraham to the Rich man in Hell, Son (Says he) Remember that thou in thy life Received thy good things,
no, it is the inordinate love of their wealth (to which those that have it are too frequently prone) and their not imploying it to those purposes of doing good for which it was given;
no, it is the inordinate love of their wealth (to which those that have it Are too frequently prove) and their not employing it to those Purposes of doing good for which it was given;
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it is these things that bring these curses upon them, and really make it easier, without an Hyperbole, for a Camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, Luke 18.25. Certain it is there is no one sin that can be named, doth more fatally exclude from Salvation than this we are speaking of.
it is these things that bring these curses upon them, and really make it Easier, without an Hyperbole, for a Camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, Lycia 18.25. Certain it is there is no one since that can be nam, does more fatally exclude from Salvation than this we Are speaking of.
We never find the Prophets, or the Apostles giving a list of those black crimes that will involve all that are guilty of them in inevitable destruction,
We never find the prophets, or the Apostles giving a list of those black crimes that will involve all that Are guilty of them in inevitable destruction,
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Nay so great is this sin of uncharitableness, and not doing good with our wealth, that God in the final sentence that he shall pass upon wicked men, to their condemnation at the last day, seems to take no notice of the other sins and crimes of their life,
Nay so great is this since of uncharitableness, and not doing good with our wealth, that God in the final sentence that he shall pass upon wicked men, to their condemnation At the last day, seems to take no notice of the other Sins and crimes of their life,
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Since now from these Considerations it doth appear how necessary, how indispensable a duty it is to do good with what we have, to be rich in good works, to be ready to distribute, and willing to communicate ;
Since now from these Considerations it does appear how necessary, how indispensable a duty it is to do good with what we have, to be rich in good works, to be ready to distribute, and willing to communicate;
let me at this time charge all of you that are rich in this world, as you would not be unthankful to your great Benefactor, nor unjust to your neighbours;
let me At this time charge all of you that Are rich in this world, as you would not be unthankful to your great Benefactor, nor unjust to your neighbours;
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the encouraging and promoting that Charity which the piety of our Ancestors begun, and whose examples their Successors have hitherto worthily followed,
the encouraging and promoting that Charity which the piety of our Ancestors begun, and whose Examples their Successors have hitherto worthily followed,
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For these so great instances of Charity what have we to do, but with all Gratitude to commemorate those noble and publick spirits that first began them;
For these so great instances of Charity what have we to do, but with all Gratitude to commemorate those noble and public spirits that First began them;
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O what comfort will it be to us when we come to dye, to be able to say to our selves, That portion of goods that God hath in his Providence dispensed to me, I have neither kept unprofitably in a Napkin,
O what Comfort will it be to us when we come to die, to be able to say to our selves, That portion of goods that God hath in his Providence dispensed to me, I have neither kept unprofitably in a Napkin,
nor squander'd it away upon my lusts, but part of it I have put out towards the restoring my miserable Brethren to the right use of their reason and understanding;
nor squandered it away upon my Lustiest, but part of it I have put out towards the restoring my miserable Brothers to the right use of their reason and understanding;
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and in the Principles of True Religion for their Souls, that so both in their Bodies and Spirits they may be in a capacity to Glorifie God, and to serve their Countrey.
and in the Principles of True Religion for their Souls, that so both in their Bodies and Spirits they may be in a capacity to glorify God, and to serve their Country.
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I dare not lay the fault of this upon the defectiveness of our Laws, nor dare I say, that the provisions made for the poor, are incompetent or disproportionable to the number of them,
I Dare not lay the fault of this upon the defectiveness of our Laws, nor Dare I say, that the provisions made for the poor, Are incompetent or disproportionable to the number of them,
supposing the richer Parishes to contribute to the maintaining the poorer. But here is the misery, we do not sufficiently distinguish between our poor;
supposing the Richer Parishes to contribute to the maintaining the Poorer. But Here is the misery, we do not sufficiently distinguish between our poor;
for there is no reason that those should eat that will not work if they be able. A necessity therefore there is if ever this scandalous publick nusance of common begging be redressed, that these four things be taken care of. 1. That those that cannot work be maintained without begging. 2. That those that can work and are willing, have such publick provisions made that they may be employed in one way or other, according as they are capable,
for there is no reason that those should eat that will not work if they be able. A necessity Therefore there is if ever this scandalous public nuisance of Common begging be Redressed, that these four things be taken care of. 1. That those that cannot work be maintained without begging. 2. That those that can work and Are willing, have such public provisions made that they may be employed in one Way or other, according as they Are capable,
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and every one receive fruits of his labour proportionable to his industry. 3. That those that can work and will not, be prosecuted according to the Laws,
and every one receive fruits of his labour proportionable to his industry. 3. That those that can work and will not, be prosecuted according to the Laws,
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that all persons be exhorted and directed to put their private Charity in the right Channel, wholly withdrawing it from the lazy and the lusty Beggars,
that all Persons be exhorted and directed to put their private Charity in the right Channel, wholly withdrawing it from the lazy and the lusty Beggars,
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And that it is needful, there is none that hath any true sense of Charity (which consists as much in taking care to prevent the miseries and necessities of mankind,
And that it is needful, there is none that hath any true sense of Charity (which consists as much in taking care to prevent the misery's and necessities of mankind,
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It is one of the great Glories of this City, that as they have been always faithful and prudent in the management of those Publick Charities that they have been entrusted with,
It is one of the great Glories of this city, that as they have been always faithful and prudent in the management of those Public Charities that they have been Entrusted with,
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and there are some passages in this History which make it probable that it may be the notion of it here) I say that very thing it is to be hoped, hath,
and there Are Some passages in this History which make it probable that it may be the notion of it Here) I say that very thing it is to be hoped, hath,
And so gracious hath God been to our City and Kingdom in this respect, that (to the glory of his name be it spoken) whatever boasts they of the Church of Rome are wont to make of the Charitableness of their Religion, in opposition to the penuriousness of ours;
And so gracious hath God been to our city and Kingdom in this respect, that (to the glory of his name be it spoken) whatever boasts they of the Church of Room Are wont to make of the Charitableness of their Religion, in opposition to the penuriousness of ours;
And for your greater incouragement thus to do, let it be remembred, in the last place, that besides the outward advantages both publick and private that we reap by being charitable;
And for your greater encouragement thus to do, let it be remembered, in the last place, that beside the outward advantages both public and private that we reap by being charitable;
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For to do good with our wealth, to be rich in good works, to be ready to distribute, willing to communicate, is (as the Apostle in the Text tells us) the way to lay up to our selves in store a good Foundation against the time to come, that we may lay hold on eternal life.
For to do good with our wealth, to be rich in good works, to be ready to distribute, willing to communicate, is (as the Apostle in the Text tells us) the Way to lay up to our selves in store a good Foundation against the time to come, that we may lay hold on Eternal life.
I mean not here to trouble you with the Criticisms about the word NONLATINALPHABET in the Text, by disputing whether it should be render'd Foundation as it is in our Translation;
I mean not Here to trouble you with the Criticisms about the word in the Text, by disputing whither it should be rendered Foundation as it is in our translation;
as it is used by this Apostle elsewhere, where he tells us that the Foundation of God standeth sure having this seal, that is to say, that Covenant or Indenture, that God hath made with mankind, standeth sure,
as it is used by this Apostle elsewhere, where he tells us that the Foundation of God Stands sure having this seal, that is to say, that Covenant or Indenture, that God hath made with mankind, Stands sure,
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Or lastly, whether the word should be rendred a Treasure, so as to read the Text thus, laying up to themselves a good Treasure against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life ] The original word (say the Learned) is capable of being Translated all these ways, and the last seems as natural as any;
Or lastly, whither the word should be rendered a Treasure, so as to read the Text thus, laying up to themselves a good Treasure against the time to come, that they may lay hold on Eternal life ] The original word (say the Learned) is capable of being Translated all these ways, and the last seems as natural as any;
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yet we utterly reject those doctrines which the Modern Romanists have advanced in this matter. The Popish doctrines about good works are these three following, That good works are meritorious;
yet we utterly reject those doctrines which the Modern Romanists have advanced in this matter. The Popish doctrines about good works Are these three following, That good works Are meritorious;
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as are over and above what is sufficient to save his own soul, may by the Church be dispensed out to the benefit of others, they being part of the Churches treasure;
as Are over and above what is sufficient to save his own soul, may by the Church be dispensed out to the benefit of Others, they being part of the Churches treasure;
And lastly, that good works, i. e. the Alms of dying persons, that are given to the Church or Clergy, will by the means of the Masses and Diriges that they purchase to be said for them, be effectual for the freeing their souls out of the Torments of Purgatory. These are the Popish doctrines concerning good works, which we all justly reject,
And lastly, that good works, i. e. the Alms of dying Persons, that Are given to the Church or Clergy, will by the means of the Masses and Dirges that they purchase to be said for them, be effectual for the freeing their Souls out of the Torments of Purgatory. These Are the Popish doctrines Concerning good works, which we all justly reject,
But then as for the necessity, or the conduciveness of good works to a mans Salvation, which is all we here plead for, I know no good Protestant but doth as earnestly contend for it as any of that Communion.
But then as for the necessity, or the conduciveness of good works to a men Salvation, which is all we Here plead for, I know no good Protestant but does as earnestly contend for it as any of that Communion.
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But now having said this by way of caution to prevent all occasion that any may take from our so earnestly pressing Charity, to undervalue and neglect other duties:
But now having said this by Way of caution to prevent all occasion that any may take from our so earnestly pressing Charity, to undervalue and neglect other duties:
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It cannot be denyed on the other side, that very great effects are by our Saviour and his Apostles, ascribed to this virtue with respect to mens Salvation in the other world.
It cannot be denied on the other side, that very great effects Are by our Saviour and his Apostles, ascribed to this virtue with respect to men's Salvation in the other world.
Our Saviour without doubt means the same thing here, that he expresses upon the same occasion in another place, viz. They (those that you do good to) cannot recompence you, but you shall be recompenced at the Resurrection of the just.
Our Saviour without doubt means the same thing Here, that he Expresses upon the same occasion in Another place, viz. They (those that you do good to) cannot recompense you, but you shall be recompensed At the Resurrection of the just.
and that the Application of it sufficiently shews, for our Saviour having said that the Lord of this Steward commended him for his providence and care of himself, he thus applies it to all his Disciples.
and that the Application of it sufficiently shows, for our Saviour having said that the Lord of this Steward commended him for his providence and care of himself, he thus Applies it to all his Disciples.
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Wherefore I say unto you, make you friends to your selves of the Mammon of unrighteousness ( i. e. of these false deceitful riches) that when you fail you may be received into everlasting habitations, plainly declaring, that the best provision that rich men can make for themselves, against the time of their death, in order to their reception into the other world, must be the charitable actions they do with their wealth while they live here.
Wherefore I say unto you, make you Friends to your selves of the Mammon of unrighteousness (i. e. of these false deceitful riches) that when you fail you may be received into everlasting habitations, plainly declaring, that the best provision that rich men can make for themselves, against the time of their death, in order to their reception into the other world, must be the charitable actions they do with their wealth while they live Here.
for this is his counsel to all that mean to be happy in the next life, viz. that they sell that they have (that is when the times are such that it is reasonable so to do) that they give alms; for thereby they provide to themselves bags which wax not old, a Treasure in the Heavens where no thief approacheth nor moth corrupteth.
for this is his counsel to all that mean to be happy in the next life, viz. that they fell that they have (that is when the times Are such that it is reasonable so to do) that they give alms; for thereby they provide to themselves bags which wax not old, a Treasure in the Heavens where no thief Approaches nor moth corrupteth.
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And what I pray is the reason he is thus perswaded? Verily this, For God (saith he) is not unrighteous, to forget your work and labor of love, which you have shewed to his name, in that ye have ministred to the Saints, and yet do minister.
And what I pray is the reason he is thus persuaded? Verily this, For God (Says he) is not unrighteous, to forget your work and labour of love, which you have showed to his name, in that you have ministered to the Saints, and yet do minister.
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Though that Church as to other things was in a very degenerate condition, yet considering they had been laborious and diligent in the exercise of Charity,
Though that Church as to other things was in a very degenerate condition, yet considering they had been laborious and diligent in the exercise of Charity,
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If they would have their hopes of a future life assured to them, the way to do it was to persevere in their diligent attendance to works of mercy and kindness and charity.
If they would have their hope's of a future life assured to them, the Way to do it was to persevere in their diligent attendance to works of mercy and kindness and charity.
And this is a point that the Apostle thinks so considerable, that he goes over with it again in the next verse, Beloved if our hearts condemn us not ( i. e. condemn us not as to this point of love and charity) then have we confidence towards God;
And this is a point that the Apostle thinks so considerable, that he Goes over with it again in the next verse, beloved if our hearts condemn us not (i. e. condemn us not as to this point of love and charity) then have we confidence towards God;
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The last Text to this purpose that I desire may be taken notice of, is that of S. Peter, Above all things my brethren have fervent charity among your selves,
The last Text to this purpose that I desire may be taken notice of, is that of S. Peter, Above all things my brothers have fervent charity among your selves,
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for covering of sins is the forgiveness of them in the Scripture-language. Why, the Apostle hath directed us to the method, above all things put on charity,
for covering of Sins is the forgiveness of them in the Scripture-language. Why, the Apostle hath directed us to the method, above all things put on charity,
Charity is of that power with God, that it alone, is able to overcome the malignity of many of our sins and frailties, that would otherwise do us mischief.
Charity is of that power with God, that it alone, is able to overcome the malignity of many of our Sins and frailties, that would otherwise do us mischief.
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That is, whoever is of a truly charitable disposition, and doth a great deal of good in his generation, though he may have a great many infirmities and miscarriages to answer for;
That is, whoever is of a truly charitable disposition, and does a great deal of good in his generation, though he may have a great many infirmities and miscarriages to answer for;
Giving all diligence to add to Faith, Virtue; and to virtue, Knowledge; and to knowledge, Temperance; and to temperance, Patience; and to patience, Godliness;
Giving all diligence to add to Faith, Virtue; and to virtue, Knowledge; and to knowledge, Temperance; and to temperance, Patience; and to patience, Godliness;
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By our good works making our calling and election sure, (so some Copies have the 10 th ver. of 1 Pet. 1.) that doing these things we may never fall;
By our good works making our calling and election sure, (so Some Copies have the 10 that ver. of 1 Pet. 1.) that doing these things we may never fallen;
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